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Life, love and the law

Stowe Family Law

69 episodes

1 week ago

Christmas is one of the most important times of the year for many families. When you're dealing with divorce and separation, though, the pressure can easily mount up and there can be a tidal wave of emotion. Dealing with child arrangements over Christmas, making a new financial situation work around a festive budget and navigating loneliness are just some of the things divorcing or separating people take on. In this Christmas Special of Life, love and the Law, host and family lawyer Liza Gatr...

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Christmas is one of the most important times of the year for many families. When you're dealing with divorce and separation, though, the pressure can easily mount up and there can be a tidal wave of emotion. Dealing with child arrangements over Christmas, making a new financial situation work around a festive budget and navigating loneliness are just some of the things divorcing or separating people take on. In this Christmas Special of Life, love and the Law, host and family lawyer Liza Gatr...

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Life, love and the law

Surviving divorce and separation at Christmas

Christmas is one of the most important times of the year for many families. When you're dealing with divorce and separation, though, the pressure can easily mount up and there can be a tidal wave of emotion. Dealing with child arrangements over Christmas, making a new financial situation work around a festive budget and navigating loneliness are just some of the things divorcing or separating people take on. In this Christmas Special of Life, love and the Law, host and family lawyer Liza Gatr...

1 week ago

34 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 68: Ask a family lawyer (2) - Live

You loved our first live episode, and there were so many questions that needed answering, we’ve done another one! In this live show, Liza is joined by Managing Partner Sebastian Burrows to answer all the family law questions you put to them. From finances, to the family home, to communicating with your ex, Liza and Seb provided guidance and information, using their extensive expertise. 01:10 How much does a divorce cost? 02:41 Starting out on the divorce process 03:40 What is mediation and wh...

2 months ago

54 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 67: Should there be protection for unmarried couples living together?

Matt and Liza discuss the problems around the lack of protection for unmarried couples living together. Cohabitation is the fastest growing family type and with this social change, there have been calls from family lawyers to review the law and help protect the financially vulnerable. But is this just inventing new laws for the sake of it? Can current marriage and divorce laws be adapted to better reflect society? 00:51 What are the problems with current cohabitation laws? 01:56 How propert...

3 months ago

23 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 66: Will living with a new partner affect my divorce?

Moving on after a break-up is rarely easy, but many individuals do go on to have new relationships after divorce or separation. But what happens if you want to move in with a new partner? Buying somewhere together, or either of you moving into an existing property can have knock-on effects. Matt and Liza discuss how having a new partner can impact your divorce, including your finances, child arrangements and ongoing communication with your ex. 00:54 How does moving in with a new partner imp...

3 months ago

17 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 65: Navigating divorce after coming out

In this episode of Stowe talks, Matt and Liza welcome back Tom Nash aka Mr Divorce Coach for a fascinating chat about how to manage a heterosexual divorce when one partner has come out. Tom explores having the conversation, letting people in, what to do about children and potential responses from the other spouse. 02:15 Common reasons people come out later in life 06:06 The impact of suppressing who you are 09:52 Reactions and emotions experienced by the other spouse 12:07 What pr...

4 months ago

30 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 64: Do I need a lawyer to do my financial disclosure?

Getting a financial settlement in divorce is a hugely important step, ensuring that you break all financial claims to your ex. The first part of this process is ‘full and frank’ financial disclosure, i.e., sharing the details of all your money, property, assets and debts. In this episode, Matt and Liza discuss the importance of legal advice in this process and potential risks of a DIY divorce. 00:34 What is financial disclosure and why is it important? 02:40 Practicalities of financial disc...

4 months ago

15 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 63: Children in the Family Court

One of the main things parents going through divorce are concerned about is the impact on their children, what their family situation will be going forward, and how best to shield their children. In many cases, parents can agree on matters between themselves. However, sometimes it’s necessary for the court to get involved. In this episode, award-winning barrister from 4PB, Mani Singh Basi joins Matt and Liza for a discussion on the finer details of children proceedings in the family court. 02...

4 months ago

36 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 62: Clean break vs maintenance - what's right for me?

Sorting out your finances on divorce can be a confusing business. There’s a lot of jargon and it can be overwhelming when you’re first setting out. In this episode, Matt and Liza answer the question ‘what is a clean break’ and ‘what is maintenance’ in divorce, how to decide what’s going to be right in your unique situation and risks to be aware of. 00:45 What is a clean break order? 02:28 What are the different types of maintenance in a divorce settlement? 02:59 Exploring how child maintenanc...

4 months ago

17 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 61: Managing your money during divorce

There is a great deal of misunderstanding, and taboo around finances, but it is a topic that will impact everyone going through a divorce. Going from one household to two, and splitting finances at the point of divorce can be tricky and stressful. In this episode, Liz Grimshaw, financial planner and co-founder of Revival Financial Planning, talks about how to manage money during the divorce process, and understanding the main things individuals going through divorce need to understand i...

4 months ago

24 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 60: Walkaway Wife: women and divorce

Walkaway wife has become an ever-more prominent phrase in the last few years, used to describe a woman who, after years of emotional neglect in her marriage, chooses to end the relationship. In this episode, Matt and Liza are joined by Liz Harrington, co-founder of Family Flow the Divorce Collective, alongside Susie Giles. Liz is an expert trauma therapist and coach. This podcast explores what a walkaway wife is, how it’s not necessarily unique to women and why people choose to leave a relati...

4 months ago

40 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 59: Avoiding the top divorce mistakes

Most people are new to divorce. It’s not something many of us have done before, and the whole thing can feel utterly overwhelming. The emotional and practical difficulties can lead to jumping in before we’re ready, making mistakes because we’re not thinking straight, and trying to get it all over with as quickly as possible. Whilst nobody wants to drag divorce out, one of the biggest mistakes Chloe Oudiz, a divorce and separation coach, sees, is rushing into decisions without getting the righ...

5 months ago

39 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 58: Navigating divorce with SEND children

Divorcing when you have children comes with complications - where will they live, how much time does each parent get, how do you have the least amount of impact on their normal everyday lives. But if you have a special educational needs child, these complexities can seem almost insurmountable. In this special episode, Stowe talks teamed up with Smart divorce for a collaborative podcast. Matt Taylor and leading financial planner Tamsin Caine welcomed Rhiannon Gogh, an award winning chart...

5 months ago

39 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 57: Ask a family lawyer - LIVE

Stowe talks goes live! Our first ever live podcast opened up Matt and Liza to audience questions for the first time. Family law covers a huge range of issues surrounding the breakdown, and building up, of families. Everything from divorce and separation, to surrogacy and IVF laws. In this episode, Matt and Liza answered a variety of questions, everything from how long does divorce take, to what to do with an uncommunicative ex-spouse, to financial arrangements and pensions to child matters to...

5 months ago

50 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 56: Single parenting, successfully

Parenting is no picnic, and when you’re doing it solo the challenges can be even greater. Whether it’s because of a divorce or separation, co-parenting or parallel parenting, loss of a partner, or you’re doing it by yourself by choice, single parenting can be overwhelming as much as it is joyful. In this episode, Matt & Liza are joined again by Sue Atkins, certified Parenting Coach, to discuss all things solo parenting, navigating difficult ages, tricky exes and ultimately how to put on y...

5 months ago

36 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 55: Buying a house as an unmarried couple

More and more unmarried couples and friends are buying houses together, but the move comes with potentially serious financial risks. In this episode, Matt & Liza explain the importance of how a property is legally owned, the risks unmarried couples face and the legal options available to protect yourself financially if the love bubble bursts. From Joint Tenants to a Declaration of Trust, this podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to buy a house with a partner, friend, o...

9 months ago

20 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 54: How to prepare for a family court hearing

Going to the family court can be overwhelming, and cause high levels of stress, fear and confusion. Learning how to prepare and understand what will happen can help reduce anxiety and build resilience to navigate the day and deal with unexpected issues along the way. Leading divorce consultant Rhiannon Ford joined hosts Matt & Liza for this episode to share her tips and advice on how to prepare emotionally and practically for a family court hearing. 00:38 Introductions to Rhiannon 0...

9 months ago

27 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 53: What happens to debt in divorce?

Debts can add a layer of extra stress and complication to couples trying to navigate a divorce. What happens if one person builds up debt during the marriage? Who is responsible for the debt? What about loans from the bank of Mum & Dad? In this episode, Matt & Liza explore the role of debt in divorce, the different types of debt and how they are viewed, who has responsibility for debits, the approach of the family courts and the link between debts and economic abuse. 00:00...

10 months ago

23 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 52: How is inheritance dealt with in divorce?

Inheritance can be one of the most emotive and complex elements of a financial settlement in divorce. So how is it usually dealt with? The bottom line is that inheritance isn't always safe in divorce, and there's no simple yes or no answer. In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza explore the tricky issue of inheritance and divorce, how the family court considers it and different ways to protect inheritance when you are married. 00:30 The tricky issue of inheritance 00:50 H...

10 months ago

11 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 51: What is parental responsibility, how do you get it, can you lose it?

Parental responsibility is a legal term that covers the rights of a parent to be involved in making decisions in the best interests of their children. But it’s not just about Mum and Dad - it's possible for someone to have parental responsibility for a child without being their legal parent, and for a legal parent to not have parental responsibility. In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza break down the myths surrounding parental responsibility, who can we have it, and who can’t, if you...

10 months ago

18 minutes

Life, love and the law

Episode 50: Understanding domestic abuse in minority communities

Domestic abuse is complex, multi-layered, and all consuming for survivors. For those in minority communities, it can present further unique challenges that need specialist support. Domestic Abuse Consultant, specialising in post-separation abuse and creator of You Don’t Own Me, Lucy Wade joined us to share her knowledge of the challenges faced by survivors of abuse in minority communities, and what support is available. If you are a victim/survivor of domestic abuse, or supporting ...

10 months ago

36 minutes