In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Director and Chartered Financial Planner Cheryl Bowden talks to host Kimberley Davies to discuss the financial implications of divorce, particularly in the final stages.
Cheryl emphasises the importance of understanding one's financial situation post-divorce, including budgeting, debt management, and pension planning.
Cheryl covers:
- Why is it important to seek financial advice before finalising a divorce?
- How can you create a realistic budget after separation or divorce?
- What should you know about pension sharing and how does the process work?
- How should you manage a lump sum received during a divorce settlement?
- How do financial priorities differ after divorce based on your age or life stage?
- Why are regular financial reviews important after a divorce?
For more information about Cheryl and her businesses, visit: https://bowdenevolve.com/ or connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-bowden-012a2422/
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Kimberley Davies is joined by Marcie Shaoul, award-winning founder of The Co-Parent Way and Author of The Co-Parenting Method to discuss co-parenting post-separation.
Marcie shares:
- Her personal journey with co-parenting which began over 15 years ago
- The inspiration for writing her book which has been endorsed by Sir Andrew MacFarlane, the President of the Family Division
- Six steps to raising happy kids after separation and divorce including long-term mindset, setting boundaries and communicating without conflict
- Prioritising self-care activities to build resilience and the ability to thrive as a co-parent
- How to address challenges like new partners and stresses the importance of focusing on the child's long-term well-being
Learn more: Purchase Marcie's book, The Co-Parenting Method, here: https://amzn.eu/d/bx0ynjZ
Follow Marcie on Instagram: @thecoparentway
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Kimberley Davies is joined by Family Solicitor Kate Lewis to explore important financial matters following a separation. They cover topics such as financial disclosure, legal entitlements, interim financial arrangements, and the value of seeking early legal and financial guidance.
Kate addresses:
- What are the first financial steps to take after a separation, and why is full financial disclosure so important?
- How should interim financial arrangements for bills, mortgages, and shared accounts be handled during separation?
- What legal protections exist for joint bank accounts, credit cards, and occupation of the family home?
- Can one partner be forced to leave the family home, and what are the legal challenges involved?
- How are assets and debts divided fairly when there is no legal agreement in place?
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction to Family Solicitor Kate Lewis
02:59 Handling bills and mortgages during separation
05:01 Safeguarding joint accounts and credit card debts
06:51 Understanding your rights to occupy the family home
10:06 Fairly dividing assets and debts after separation
13:10 Navigating finances and emotions post-separation
16:59 Crucial steps: avoiding pitfalls and getting early legal guidance
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Barrister Helen Brander joins host Kimberley Davies to explore the changing landscape of divorce and dispute resolution, highlighting a move away from traditional court proceedings toward alternative dispute resolution (ADR)methods such as mediation, early neutral evaluation and arbitration, which all offer several advantages.
Helen outlines:🎙️
- How legally enforceable are agreements reached through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods like mediation or arbitration?
- What are the main cost and time advantages of ADR compared to traditional court litigation in divorce cases?
- What is alternative dispute resolution (ADR),and what different methods are available for resolving family disputes?
- How does the emotional and financial impact of litigation compare to ADR in divorce proceedings?
- Why is early legal advice and financial disclosure important in achieving fair outcomes through ADR?
For more information about Helen, visit her profile: https://www.pumpcourtchambers.com/barrister/helen-brander/
For more information about non-court dispute resolution methods, click here: https://www.trethowans.com/services/individual/family-law-solicitors/non-court-dispute-resolution-methods/
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, host Kimberley Davies and Family Partner & Solicitor Grant Cameron provide a clear, step-by-step guide to the UK divorce process, including legal, emotional, and financial considerations.
Grant covers:🎙️
- When is the right time to seek legal advice during a separation or divorce
- What does the divorce process actually involve, and do you need to go to court
- How has the no-fault divorce law changed the experience for separating couples
- What support—legal, emotional, and financial—should you consider during a divorce
- Are financial and child arrangements automatically handled in a divorce- What should you look for when choosing the right solicitor for your situation
In this episode:✨
00:00 Meet Grant Cameron and his journey in family law
1:47 The importance of early legal advice in divorce
3:11 Understanding the one couple, one lawyer model
5:50 Beyond paperwork: a solicitor's role
7:49 The three pillars of divorce client support
9:53 Finding the right family lawyer for you
12:05 Navigating the UK's no-fault divorce process
15:20 Understanding the divorce timeline
17:21 Financial, child arrangements and avoiding court
20:35 Essential advice and resources for starting divorce proceedings
22:11 Wrapping up and what's next on the podcast
For more information about Trethowans' family law services visit: www.trethowans.com
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Divorce Coach and Relationship & Psychosexual Therapist Elinor Harvey talks to host Kimberley Davies about one of the toughest conversations you can have: telling your partner you want a divorce. Elinor explains:
In this episode: For more information about Elinor and her relationship therapy services, visit Elinor's:
Website: www.relationshiptherapypractice.com
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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/elinor-harvey-b71692198/
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In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, host Kimberley Davies speaks with family therapist Sarah Cole about the emotional and practical challenges of deciding whether to separate or divorce.
They explore how to tell the difference between a rough patch and a deeper disconnection, and the emotional toll this decision can take.
Sarah explains:
For more information about Sarah and her therapeutic services, visit her website: www.thefamilyconflictclinic.co.uk
In this episode, Kate Lewis and divorce coach Katie Lloyd discuss the emotional journey of divorce, comparing it to the stages of grief. Katie offers advice on managing these feelings and emphasizes the importance of a supportive network, including empathetic lawyers and emotional support. Together, they explore how to transform divorce-related grief into personal growth.
In the next episode of our bitesize series Candid Questions Laura and Zoe discuss what to expect when you first go to court.
This latest episode dives into a question that's as shocking as it is thought-provoking: "Can I kill my spouse? Asking for a friend."
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Step into our podcast as we explore the rollercoaster of emotions post-separation, shedding light on the common sentiment of 'it's not fair'.
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In this episode, join us as we discuss the heart-wrenching fear of losing valuable time with your children after separation.
In the next episode of our bitesize series Candid Questions Zoe and Sara explore discuss what your rights are if your ex wants to move away with your children.
Discover effective strategies for navigating communication with your ex-partner as we delve into the intricacies of co-parenting.
In the next episode of our bitesize series Candid Questions Zoe and Sara explore discuss whether your ex can stop you from seeing your children during a separation or divorce.
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In this episode, Kimberley speaks with David Hole, an accredited money coach, to explore how he can assist clients to gain understanding and clarity about their current financial position as well as their future financial position after a separation.
In our latest episode, Kim and Grant look at a new exciting and innovative approach when a couple are separating and are looking to sort out their finances and the arrangements for their family moving forwards in a constructive and amicable way where they can come together to meet one lawyer to get the advice and assistance they need to help them reach an agreement on whatever issues they may face.
