FortyTwo Talks – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of FortyTwoTalks, Richard Little and Mark Chaloner discuss International Adoption in all its’ aspects – Adoptions within the UK; Convention Adoptions; Overseas Adoptions and Foreign Adoptions, discussing the legal framework, but also the wider policy issues raised by such cases”. 

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As part of our ongoing podcast series, we are pleased to present the first of our A-Z Family Law podcasts.

Back in the summer, we offered you the unique opportunity to ask our experienced family law practitioners, Amanda Jepson and Zoe McGrath any questions you had relating to divorce, child arrangment orders, ADR, how to deal with difficult opponents, the list goes on...

Amanda and Zoe have brought a wealth of expertise and experiences from their combined 46 years in the legal profession to the podcast, listen below:

In today’s episode of FortyTwo Talks, Family Law Practitioner, Rachel Chan, is joined by Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner of Amphlett Lissimore to discuss the Private Law 'Pathfinder' and Estella’s new book, Isla and Quinn The Sunflowers.
 
Estella’s books aim to educate young children and expose them to important topics, to help promote an accepting and loving generation of people. 

Links to books:
The Story of the Little Penguin https://amzn.eu/d/2aIUVzv
Isla and Quinn – The Sunflowers https://amzn.eu/d/cLBvuLt
Isla and Quinn – The Adventures with Agile Popi https://amzn.eu/d/96EQRBH

On today’s podcast 42BR’s Catrin Howells is joined by Estella Newbold-Brown, Partner at Amphlett Lissimore to consider ‘pet nups’.

During the podcast, Catrin and Estella discuss how the law treats pets on divorce, what may be included in a pet nup and whether they are classed as legally binding documents. 

As part of our ongoing journey to ensure our website and marketing intitatives are as accessible as possible, all our podcasts will be available in a transcription format - Pet Nups Transcript.

Speakers
Catrin Howells is a member of our Family and Animal Welfare teams within Chambers. Catrin specialises in private family law and financial remedies proceedings. She also has an interest in the intersection between family law and animal welfare, in particular the link between animal abuse and domestic abuse, and disputes surrounding the family pet on relationship breakdown. 

Estella Newbold-Brown is a partner and head of family law at the South London law firm, Amphlett Lissimore, and has been guiding and supporting people through their separations for nearly two decades. Her specialism is divorce – the financial aspects of divorce, unmarried couples separating, and children work.  Estella is a Resolution Accredited Family Law Specialist in cohabitation law, financial claims for children (Schedule 1), and medium-high net worth divorce cases. She is ranked in the Legal 500 and frequently acts for high profile clients in the entertainment industry.

Mathew McDermott and Karolina Zielinska sit down to discuss how the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) is currently approaching the assessment of the amount of rent repayment orders that are made in a tenant’s favour.

To celebrate International Women's Day 2024, our Marketing Manager, Sophie Hicks, joined by family practitioners Rachel Chan and Ann Osborne, discuss the challenges women at the Bar face, what 'Inspire Inclusion' means to them and their hopes for the future generation of women in the legal profession. 

In our latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Stephanie Mendoros discuss and consider the dynamic changes in adoption, the importance of post adoption contact and how practitioners can better meet the needs of adopted children. 

We are pleased to introduce our new Podcast mini-series, Trust Issues: the Law and Practice of Trusts.

In this first episode, "TOLATA - The Basics",  Iris Ferber KC and Alexander Bailey set out the statutory framework, and answer those basic questions that you might have been afraid to ask. 
What is a trust of land?
What is a beneficiary?
What happens to the home when a relationship breaks down? 
How do trusts of land, both formal and informal, determine how a property will be apportioned by the Court?

As part of our ongoing journey to ensure our website and marketing initiatives are as accessible as possible, all our podcasts will be available in a transcription format -TOLATA - The Basics transcript

We are delighted to share the latest episode of FortyTwoTalks: “Raising Her Voice: Confidence, Career Progression & Tackling Imposter Syndrome” – a compelling continuation of our International Women' Day discussion.

Jude Shepherd, a member of our Employment Team, is joined by Ellie Sanders, Civil Clerk at 42BR and Nikki Alderson, a former criminal barrister turned specialist in talent retention and women’s leadership coaching to discuss some of the issues women face within the legal industry, previously raised in our earlier discussion.

This engaging discussion dives into the complex and relatable topic of imposter syndrome, and how it affects women across roles at the Bar – from clerks to barristers. With Nikki’s coaching expertise, the conversation goes beyond theory, offering practical strategies for boosting confidence, managing competing priorities, and building resilience in a demanding profession.

Key highlights include:

• Reframing imposter syndrome: Is it a flaw, or a normal part of growth?
• Practical ways to challenge negative self-talk and celebrate your strengths
• The power of positive affirmations and visible role models
• Tips for career progression, including applying for Silk and returning from career breaks and parental leave
• Insights into how strong relationships between barristers and clerks can support long-term success

In the latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Jennifer Youngs revisit covert recordings and discuss implications for practice in the context of the FJC Guidance issued in May 2025.