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Nov 2023
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Dogfish Expert: Prenups & Protecting You...

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About this episode
The Dating Detectives are joined by divorce attorney Leslie Barbara. Leslie has 30 years of experience representing a wide range of high profile clients. She went through her own dogfish experience and shares her story of courage and resiliency that led to her passion for helping people out of toxic relationships. 

Mackenzie and Hanna talk to Leslie about how to get an order of protection, if you should get a prenup, and how you can protect yourself from getting dogfished.

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