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| Divorce myths debunked: what you really need to know | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:37:36 | |
🎙️Divorce myths debunked: what you really need to know🎙️ When you’re starting out in divorce, you’ll hear a lot of phrases thrown around. Things like ‘just get a quickie divorce’, ‘she took him to the cleaners’ and ‘divorce always ends in a court battle’. This can be overwhelming, and often cause panic. But the reality is very different. In this episode, family lawyer Liza Gatrell and divorce coach Kate Nestor look at the most common myths they hear about divorce and separation. They spend time explaining where the myths have come from, but unravelling them so you can know the truth about divorce from the experts who see it every day. 00:20 Introductions 02:20 Understanding that there is an element of control in divorce 04:59 You and your spouse will be in different emotional places 05:45 Why are there divorce misconceptions? 06:05 Do mums always get custody of the children? 09:29 The importance of the male voice 10:40 Should pensions be included in divorce finances? 16:32 Is divorce always expensive and a long process? 17:01 How to ensure divorce is cheaper and quicker 20:13 The value of using a lawyer for parts of divorce 21:48 Do you have to use a lawyer for every part of the divorce process? 22:30 Do I need a financial settlement if we don’t have any assets? 24:50 Can I get a quickie divorce? How long does divorce take? 27:00 Dividing assets in divorce isn’t necessarily 50/50 32:22 The emotional vs financial value of the family home 34:13 Looking to the future Useful links Do mums always get custody? https://youtube.com/shorts/sQNhO4XFQPY Divorce myths debunked: I’m in a common law marriage https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/debunking-divorce-myths-im-in-a-common-law-marriage/ Divorce myths debunked: I can get a quickie divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/debunking-divorce-myths-i-can-get-a-quickie-divorce/ Are pensions included in divorce settlements? https://youtube.com/shorts/E5i29sHrf1A If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Can my ex stop me from seeing my child after separation or divorce? | 02 Sep 2026 | 00:19:52 | |
🎙️Can my ex stop me from seeing my child?🎙️ When you’re going through divorce or separation as a parent, your children’s wellbeing is going to be the first thing on your mind. It’s natural to have worries and even fears about what the future holds. Some parents are able to work out post-separation arrangements between themselves, while others struggle. This can raise concerns about whether your ex can stop you from seeing your child. In this episode, Liza and Emily break down how child arrangements work, focusing on what’s in the best interests of the child, and look at whether your ex can prevent contact. Hint: it's almost always a no! 00:18 Introductions 00:47 Can your ex actually stop you from seeing your child? 01:32 The relevance of safeguarding concerns in child arrangements 03:02 How can child contact take place safely where there are safeguarding concerns? 06:01 Options for parents to negotiate arrangements outside of court 08:12 Stepparent options in custody arrangements 10:40 Can I move away with my children after divorce? 15:42 Are the children’s wishes and feelings considered? 18:25 How can children’s wishes be conveyed within decision-making? Useful resources Children and the family court https://youtu.be/-UIFNBYDYC0 Navigating divorce with SEND children https://open.spotify.com/episode/2vRFjJ6ogPSdxuun2r68Ki?si=e38749de0a4e4371 What happens when an unmarried couple with children split up? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/unmarried-couple-with-children-split-up/ Emergency court order: a guide to urgent family orders https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/emergency-court-order/ How to get a Prohibited Steps Order https://youtu.be/W-bvdF1qbgw Debunking divorce myths: mums always get custody https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/debunking-divorce-myths-mums-always-get-custody/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| What counts as matrimonial property in divorce? | 19 Aug 2026 | 00:23:06 | |
🎙️What counts as matrimonial property in divorce?🎙️ Is everything split 50/50 in divorce? Well, sometimes! But most of the time, it’s not quite as black and white as that. In financial settlement discussions, separating couples and their lawyers need to understand what is ‘matrimonial’ and ‘non-matrimonial’, who gets what and is it a fair division based on the needs of each person. In this episode, Liza and her colleague Emily discuss what actually counts as matrimonial property, i.e. assets that are available for division, and what happens to ringfenced assets. They talk about the Supreme Court judgment in Standish v Standish and changing case law on ‘matrimonialisation’, reminding listeners that whatever happens, you will not be left destitute. 00:18 Introductions 1:05 What is matrimonial property and how does it work in divorce settlements? 03:31 How are pensions considered in divorce? 04:56 A discussion of inheritance and financial gifts in divorce settlements 06:17 Can businesses be ringfenced? 08:03 A discussion of Standish v Standish and laws around matrimonial property and ringfencing 12:36 Protecting assets going into or within a marriage 14:35 The importance of fairness in divorce settlements 18:02 Red flags in discussions with your ex 20:55 Protecting your long term financial future Does the law on finances in divorce need to be reformed? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/divorce-finance-reform/ Is everything split 50/50 in divorce? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/is-everything-split-50-50-in-divorce/ What is a financial settlement and how does it work? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/what-is-a-financial-settlement-and-how-does-it-work/ What am I entitled to in a divorce settlement? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/what-am-i-entitled-to-in-a-divorce-settlement/ How to prepare for your financial settlement https://studio.youtube.com/video/4x4oKDCwDWg/edit How is inheritance dealt with in divorce? https://open.spotify.com/episode/76eAKtJuIEm3ALk7EOqzy9?si=ac7a75c492934186 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| What to expect at the family court | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:22:36 | |
🎙️What to expect at the family court🎙️ Going to the family court can feel incredibly daunting. We all have visions of large rooms filled with judgemental onlookers, and judges with gavels. But the reality of the family court in the UK is very different. In this episode, Liza speaks to her colleague Shivi Rajput about what to expect at the family court - what does it look like, what should you wear, can you take other people, should you take food? Shivi and Liza discuss how many family law cases really go to court, and how you can avoid it. 00:17 Introduction 0:55 What is the family court? Explanation of the family courts in England and Wales 03:20 What does a court physically look like? 04:45 The different types of hearing within children proceedings 07:02 How do financial proceedings work in the family court? 08:54 The importance of trying to settle disputes out of court 10:59 Practical tips for going to court 12:46 Do you need to speak to a judge at court? 14:03 Understanding litigants in person in family court proceedings 15:50 Practical protection for victims of domestic abuse 17:26 Can I do a remote hearing if I live far away? 19:10 Will the judge speak to children? 21:06 Top tips for dealing with a family law dispute Useful links How to settle a divorce out of court https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/divorce/dissolving-a-civil-partnership/ The FDR hearing and the first appointment: what you need to know https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/the-fdr-hearing-and-the-first-appointment-what-you-need-to-know/ Preparing for family court https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/preparing-for-family-court/ How to manage financial hearings in the family court https://youtu.be/pAhP_73DETY?si=aqE5J4jSpb1-Tk4A Children in the family court https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bfBCfFnqxTVD24MO2M5AV?si=764a606bce3a41f7 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| How does neurodiversity affect relationships and breakups? | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:41:37 | |
🎙️How does neurodiversity affect relationships and breakups?🎙️ Neurodiversity, as Dr Angharad Rudkin, experienced Clinical Psychologist, explains, refers to the natural variation in how brains work and process information. This can mean that, in some relationships, neurodivergent individuals face different challenges than those experienced by neurotypical people. These unique challenges can manifest in stressful situations, such as adding children to a family, or divorce or separation. In this episode, Liza Gatrell speaks to Dr Angharad about how neurodiversity can impact relationships and relationship breakdowns, both from the perspective of neurodivergent adults and neurodivergent children. They explore the impact, as well as offering insight into how to work with neurodiversity, not against it. 00:26 Welcome and introductions 1:45 What is neurodiversity? 2:33 Is neurodiversity becoming a buzzword or is there better awareness? 5:09 The different ways neurodiversity can manifest 6:21 How do different neurodiversities impact relationships and parenting? 10:39 Relationship breakdowns between neurotypical and neurodiverse partners 13:14 Understanding how neurotypical can support a neurodivergent partner 14:36 Additional challenges faced in separations involving neurodiversities 17:28 Strategies to help manage the stress of separation 18:51 Telling your lawyer about your neurodiversity 21:25 Supporting neurodiverse children through separation 27:11 How to tell children you’re separating 31:26 Where to get extra support as a neurodivergent individual through separation 32:47 Talking to your lawyer about what help you need 39:45 It’s ok to be different Useful links Coping with divorce as a neurodivergent individual https://youtu.be/EQUikkUVaLA?si=8WHMNsKSvpS1NkBI Parenting after divorce or separation https://youtu.be/vlvi_O08INY?si=Gdk5H9-I6OL3b3MS Supporting neurodiverse children through divorce https://youtu.be/Wyuv-sFlRT4?si=wPSNYS-q557Bei5J Guide to creating a parenting plan https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=creating-a-parenting-plan Parenting plan template https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SFL_Premium-handbook-Parenting-plan-template.pdf How to have difficult conversations and avoid arguments https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/how-to-have-a-difficult-conversation-and-avoid-arguments/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Does adultery affect divorce? | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:11:02 | |
🎙️Does adultery affect divorce in the UK?🎙️ Adultery doesn’t always cause the breakdown of a relationship, there are ways to repair after infidelity. But when a couple decides that their marriage or partnership has come to an end after an affair, the main question people ask is ‘does adultery affect divorce’. The reality is that legally speaking, no it doesn’t. In this episode, host Liza Gatrell is joined by her colleague Emily Beven, a UK divorce lawyer based in Reading to discuss adultery and divorce. In what circumstances might an affair impact a divorce settlement or child arrangements? Find out in the episode. 00:17 Introductions 00:38 How does no-fault divorce impact divorce proceedings? 02:00 Are there any circumstances when adultery might be taken into account in divorce 03:35 Cases where ‘conduct’ has impacted financial settlements 04:54 Reframing how to deal with resentment against an ex-partner 06:47 What happens if the adulterer has a new partner? 09:57 Top tips for divorcing after an affair Useful links Adultery and divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/divorce/adultery-and-divorce/ Top myths about divorce and affairs https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/adultery-and-divorce-the-top-ten-myths/ What should I do if my spouse is having an affair? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/what-should-i-do-if-my-husband-wife-is-having-an-affair-2/ Keeping children in the centre - not the middle - of divorce and separation https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/keeping-children-at-the-centre-not-the-middle-of-separation-and-divorce/ Navigating the conversation: telling your children about your new partner https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/navigating-the-conversation-telling-your-children-about-your-new-partner-after-divorce/ Life after an affair: divorce and blended families https://open.spotify.com/episode/37l9HFDZj0BmxH37QEJWd3?si=a5650db3aba645d1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Life after an affair: Divorce and blended families | 24 Jun 2026 | 00:35:37 | |
🎙️Life after an affair: divorce and blended families🎙️ Life, love and the law, a podcast by Stowe Family Law This episode of Life, love and the law welcomes our first ever couple to the podcast. Tom Nash, a regular face with us, brings along his partner Donna to discuss their lived experiences of affairs, divorce and building a blended family. Tom takes off his ‘divorce coach’ hat, to get into the nitty gritty of how the affair came about, the fallout and the next 9 years of hard work and pain to get to where they are now - a successful, happy blended family with his ex-wife and Donna’s ex-husband! 00:53 Introductions 02:28 Tom introduces the topic of his affair and Donna goes on to discuss her separation and parenting 04:38 How Tom and Donna met and the end of Tom’s marriage 06:38 How could conversations have happened in those early days to be more respectful? 09:00 Coping with the aftermath of telling your spouse you want to divorce 11:08 Donna discusses the breakdown of her marriage and her experience of divorced parents 14:45 Lack of understanding around the divorce process itself 15:25 The legal implications of an affair on divorce proceedings 18:28 How does a divorce coach work with people on the edge of a breakup 20:20 Can you recover from an affair? 23:00 The role of a stepparent in a blended family 24:14 Should you stay together for the kids? 26:00 How did Tom and Donna get from the affair to a successful blended family? 33:45 Biggest reflections on the impact of an affair and how to move forward Useful links Adultery and divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/divorce/adultery-and-divorce/ Top myths about divorce and affairs https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/adultery-and-divorce-the-top-ten-myths/ What should I do if my spouse is having an affair? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/what-should-i-do-if-my-husband-wife-is-having-an-affair-2/ Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6?si=138279a774194e5b How to introduce a new partner to the kids https://open.spotify.com/episode/3j7T2cGqTrFqb0rV9xat8u?si=3aaf756e1a9647c7 Parenting plan template https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SFL_Premium-handbook-Parenting-plan-template.pdf If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Understanding a sexless marriage | 10 Jun 2026 | 00:27:22 | |
🎙️Understanding a sexless marriage🎙️ Life, love and the law, a podcast by Stowe Family Law A sexless marriage is one in which the couple has sex less than 10 times a year, as expert sex therapist Natasha Silverman explains. But the important thing is not necessarily the frequency, but the emotional connection between two partners, and what happens when that disappears. In this episode of Life, love and the law, host and family lawyer Liza Gatrell is joined by relationship and psychosexual therapist Natasha Silverman to discuss sexless marriages, understanding how they come about and what you can do as a couple if you are struggling with intimacy. They also explore how to know if your marriage or relationship has come to an end. 00:35 Introductions with Liza and Natasha 02:10 What is a sexless marriage or relationship 02:50 Key trends among sexless partners 03:52 How do you handle periods of sexlessness in relationship 05:35 How does sexual desire work in men vs women? 06:50 The normalisation of duty and expectation around sex 08:30 How to recover from a sexless relationship as a couple and as individuals 11:42 What are the common traits of an unhealthy sexual relationship? 13:34 Why do people go through sexlessness in relationships? 15:17 The honeymoon period and what happens after 17:55 Does a sexless relationship lead to cheating? 19:02 How to broach the topic of sex therapy with a partner 20:53 When do you know it’s time to break up? 22:52 Do you need to share why your marriage has ended with a lawyer? 23:50 Moving forward after a sexless relationship 25:55 Top tips if you’re in a sexless relationship Useful Links Signs your partner doesn’t love you anymore https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/signs-your-partner-doesnt-love-you-anymore/ Is it normal to have doubts in a relationship? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/is-it-normal-to-have-doubts-in-a-relationship/ How can you tell if your marriage is over? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/how-can-you-tell-if-your-marriage-is-over/ Is it normal to feel unsure even if your relationship looks good on paper? https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hbSuuBZcEPKghfwrmjMzs?si=f182d7fe46c04703 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| The importance of health and fitness during divorce and separation | 27 May 2026 | 00:31:16 | |
🎙️The importance of health and fitness during divorce and separation🎙️ Life, love and the law, a podcast by Stowe Family Law When you’re going through a stressful life event, keeping up with your workout schedule, eating well, or even just getting outside for a walk can feel overwhelming. But it’s so important for your mental and physical wellbeing to include activity, movement and good nutrition in your day-to-day. In this episode of Life, love and the law, Alana Ellis, personal trainer and nutritional coach, explains the value of exercise even when you really don’t feel like it. She talks about lowering the bar, not expecting too much of yourself, and taking small steps. 00:25 Introductions 01:55 The impact of stress on the body 03:21 Fight or flight vs rest and digest physical and emotional states 04:57 How important is sleep and how can you improve your sleep 08:22 Supplementing with magnesium and how it can help support good sleep 09:57 How can meditation support the nervous system? 11:53 What are the main obstacles for people when it comes to healthy food routines? 13:14 The impact of stress on relationships with food 14:36 What can replace food as an emotional coping mechanism? 15:28 Easy wins when it comes to health and fitness 16:50 The value of exercise in building up your energy bucket, not depleting it 18:20 Debunking the all or nothing mindset when it comes to exercise 23:45 Finding the motivation to exercise especially when you’re stressed 25:15 Lowering the barrier to entry with exercise 27:17 Divorce and separation to do list vs exercise and wellbeing 30:13 Top tip for health and fitness during divorce and separation Useful links Why emotional wellbeing matters during divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/why-emotional-well-being-matters-during-divorce-and-how-it-affects-legal-outcomes/ Looking after your mental health through divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/looking-after-your-mental-health-during-divorce/ The first steps to divorce https://youtu.be/p6ZWYK7zXN0?si=eh0aaj6K_r2nykE5 Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast?lang=en Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Is it normal to feel unsure even if your relationship looks good on paper? | 13 May 2026 | 00:38:52 | |
🎙️Is it normal to feel unsure, even if the relationship looks good on paper? Navigating relationship uncertainty🎙️ Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| The first steps to divorce | 02 Jan 2026 | 00:47:40 | |
Starting out on your divorce journey can be really overwhelming. It’s hard to know how or where to begin with the practical and legal aspects, let alone trying to navigate this through the huge range of emotions you’re feeling. In this episode of Life, love and the law, a divorce day special, host and expert family lawyer Liza Gatrell is once again joined by firm favourites Tom Nash, aka Mr Divorce Coach, and Jodie Phelps, leading financial planner. They provide professional insight into taking the first few steps, answering the FAQs they get from clients on an almost daily basis. 00:25 Introductions from Jodie Phelps, financial adviser and Tom Nash, Mr Divorce Coach 01:18 How do you know when it’s time for a divorce? 03:01 I want to give my marriage another shot - what happens now? 05:00 Financial concerns at the beginning of divorce - am I going to be ok? 06:17 Understanding the basics of the matrimonial pot 09:27 The importance of the family home 15:19 Temporary finances and budgeting - understanding current habits and future prospects 20:19 Legal avenues if your ex won’t provide financial support during proceedings 21:23 Getting your team around you 22:46 What could you be doing if you feel that your relationship is on the rocks? 24:35 Is it always 50/50 in a divorce? 26:52 How can friends and family support you during divorce 29:35 What is a no-split divorce? Does living together apart work? 33:22 Approaching divorce in bitesized chunks and the circle of control 35:48 Expert insight into the very start of divorce process - messaging your ex, processing and ignoring hearsay 41:41 The role of the social media and TV in influencing our thoughts around divorce 44:36 AI and divorce vs speaking to a real person 45:25 The most common mistakes in divorce and how to overcome them Useful resources for getting started in your divorce journey... Download our in-depth handbook A Beginner’s Guide to Divorce 7 steps to an amicable divorce What do I need to know when I start divorce proceedings? A beginner’s guide to divorce webinar Avoiding the top divorce mistakes Find your local Stowe family lawyer If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Surviving divorce and separation at Christmas | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:34:04 | |
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 Gatrell welcomes back familiar faces from Stowe talks, Jodie Phelps, financial adviser, and Tom Nash, divorce coach to the podcast. Together, they discuss planning Christmas well before December, working through the tough times and the importance of presence over presents. 00:03 Family lawyer Liza Gatrell introduces Stowe Family Law’s new podcast Life, love and the law 00:40 Jodie Phelps and Tom Phelps introduce themselves 01:35 Why is Christmas such an important topic for divorcing couples? 04:43 Blended families at Christmas - experiencing contention and working through it 07:21 Financial challenges coming up to Christmas 08:30 Are gifts truly the most important thing for children? 09:03 Getting the children’s input on what’s important to them at Christmas 10:00 How do child arrangements work after divorce or separation? 11:10 Putting children in the centre not the middle of divorce and separation 13:23 Making new traditions around special occasions and reframing 17:57 Having the conversations about Christmas earlier in the year 19:40 Is it fair that the primary caregiver should have to split Christmas equally? 21:00 Making room for compromise 23.17 Understanding and navigating loneliness at Christmas 27:10 The social media highlight reel 28:45 Practical tips for budgeting at Christmas 31:02 Should you buy a gift for your ex partner? 33:03 Top tips for approaching your first Christmas after separation Useful resources to further support you through divorce and separation at Christmas Co-parenting at Christmas: tips for a peaceful holiday season https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/co-parenting-at-christmas-tips-for-a-peaceful-holiday-season/ Download Stowe’s parenting plan template https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=creating-a-parenting-plan Going on holiday at Christmas after divorce or separation https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/going-on-holiday-at-christmas-after-divorce-or-separation/ How to embrace being single at Christmas https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/surviving-christmas-solo/?swpmtx=0e3c8d40138a1fd65651c4db809f0a67&swpmtxnonce=a124aac3ec Tips for navigating Christmas alone from a divorce coach https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/tips-for-navigating-christmas-alone-from-a-divorce-coach/ How to manage the cost of Christmas crisis https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/how-to-manage-the-cost-of-christmas-crisis/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 68: Ask a family lawyer (2) - Live | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:54:10 | |
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 why is it helpful? 06:45 What to do if you’re struggling to agree on what happens to the house 07:48 Ringfencing pre-marital assets and matrimonial vs non-matrimonial assets 12:05 Law around changing the locks on the family home 15:25 Adaptations to the property for disabilities 17:17 The importance of disclosing inheritance in financial proceedings 20:53 Managing an ex who you believe is hiding assets 23:45 The concept of percentages in dividing finances 27:28 How are children 16+ treated in the law? 30:25 How is debt treated in divorce? 33:05 Is there an end to spousal maintenance? 3715: Keeping your financial disclosure up-to-date 40:50 Spending inheritance during divorce proceedings 42:36 An explanation of Mesher Orders 47:00 Managing an uncooperative ex-partner 49:54 Housing needs for older children with ongoing medical needs 50:58 Paying your mortgage during divorce 51:31 Cohabitation disputes and financial disclosure View our upcoming events https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-talks/ Ask a family lawyer - Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBr19NPLgRs Cohabitation and separating as an unmarried couple https://youtu.be/L3HCXKdQz1g?si=21ODuz1ip6ea6EhQ What ‘needs’ and ‘sharing’ really mean https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/divorce-finances-explained-what-do-needs-and-sharing-really-mean/ Clean break v maintenance - what’s right for me https://youtu.be/0sIi22ST4uI Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6 How to manage financial hearings in the Family Court https://youtu.be/pAhP_73DETY?si=7F8M3-uIXMne9Sri If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 67: Should there be protection for unmarried couples living together? | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:23:13 | |
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 property ownership works 04:47 Do unmarried couples have claims other than to property? 05:30 Why there are calls for cohabitation reform 07:39 Options for cohabitation reform 09:38 The importance of education around relationships and marriage 13:49 Role of prenuptial agreements 14:15 Social changes and the impact on marriage laws 16:25 How to educate people 17:50 Do the current laws reflect society? 18:45 The role of civil partnerships 19:25 Cohabitation laws providing a middle ground 20:29 Are cohabitation laws just renaming marriage? 21:32 Reforming marriage laws 22:10 The importance of protection for cohabitees
Legal Q&A: “My partner and I are buying a house together. How can I protect myself?” https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/legal-qa-my-partner-and-i-are-buying-a-house-together-how-can-i-protect-myself/ Buying a house as an unmarried couple https://open.spotify.com/episode/6hAGmZJSUsKh8fxEa508xV?si=54025b36c4bd4859 TOLATA claims https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/cohabitation-lawyers/tolata-claims/ What rights do cohabiting couples have? https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rzM1yDZkKeG9mfS6GZ02j?si=1cf8b74a2c5441ca If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 66: Will living with a new partner affect my divorce? | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:17:07 | |
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 impact a financial settlement? 02:10 When the court will take a new partner into consideration 02:57 Exceptions to the rule 03:23 New partners and ongoing maintenance claims with your ex-spouse 05:09 Does a new partner have to provide financial disclosure? 07:00 Housing needs and mortgage capacity post-divorce 08:03 Supporting a new partner’s children 10:19 Impact on child arrangements of moving in with a new partner 12:10 What to do if you have safety concerns 13:23 Your ongoing relationship with your ex spouse 14:27 Communicating with your ex
Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 65: Navigating divorce after coming out | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:30:31 | |
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 preparation can you do before having the conversation 15:31 Coming out to your ex if you’ve already separated 18:30 How to talk to children about sexuality and divorce 21:39 What happens if your ex doesn’t want you to tell the children 27:55 Things to avoid in this process 29:29 Top tips from Tom Avoiding the top divorce mistakes https://open.spotify.com/episode/0miHzVWzorsoj2QH5XOgi6 Handling the judgment of others during your divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/handling-the-judgement-of-others-during-your-divorce/ Challenges of relationship break down in the LGBTQIA+ community https://open.spotify.com/episode/3busTeSBgvOIhgGKmmDw8f?si=4WFrBCE4QYmZddx6vTumdA If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 64: Do I need a lawyer to do my financial disclosure? | 16 Aug 2025 | 00:15:48 | |
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 disclosure 03:28 What is the Form E? 06:00 The wider impact of not giving full disclosure 07:05 The importance of a lawyer in supporting your financial disclosure 08:17 Using the Form E to explain your needs post-divorce 09:52 What does ‘conduct’ mean in financial disclosure and settlements? 10:54 Income and housing needs in divorce proceedings 12:39 What happens if your financial situation changes throughout the disclosure period? 13:48 The Form D81 15:03 The court drawing inferences from lack of disclosure 15:28 Summary How to complete your Form E - handbook https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=how-to-complete-your-form-e Reviewing your financial disclosure https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=how-to-complete-your-form-e Managing your money during divorce https://open.spotify.com/episode/2lwI17QmgQLvTZtNN3XPmp?si=2b455019fb2e4d77 Ask a Family Lawyer https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ql7uKEFMNpE8upJTWCrop?si=43e1aef212384728 How to complete Form D81 https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Stowe-Talks_How-to-Complete-form-D81-GUIDE.pdf If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 63: Children in the Family Court | 15 Aug 2025 | 00:36:36 | |
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. 02:09 What is the function of the Family Court when it comes to children? 05:08 The difference between a Judge and a Magistrate in court and their purposes 09:15 Public children law and private children law explanation 12:06 What is involved in the first hearing in children disputes 17:40 The dispute resolution appointment where there are disputes 18:00 The final hearing and when it might be necessary 19:45 The importance of the welfare of the child 20:18 The Pathfinder pilot and improvements to the system 20:29 How are children involved in divorce proceedings? 27:58 The importance of trusting professionals 32:34 Top tips for parents going through court proceedings How to prepare for a Family Court hearing https://open.spotify.com/episode/0D2CMIP3GPVGAK4Q11ktYa?si=f816e49470ff4edb Single parenting, successfully https://youtu.be/UoMk44EPGzo?si=YJTTFyx6elXLnMyR Pathfinder Pilot https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/pathfinder-pilot-continues-to-put-children-first-in-the-family-court/ Family Justice Council Guidance on covert recordings https://www.judiciary.uk/guidance-and-resources/family-justice-council-guidance-on-covert-recordings-in-family-law-proceedings-concerning-children/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 62: Clean break vs maintenance - what's right for me? | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:17:06 | |
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 maintenance is calculated 03:48 Understanding when spousal maintenance can be claimed 09:02 Legitimate claims for spousal maintenance payments 10:05 How to get a clean break order 14:07 Unmarried partners and maintenance 15:01 What happens if you don’t get a clean break order? Do I need a financial settlement? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/finance/do-i-need-a-financial-settlement/ What is a clean break order https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/finance/clean-break-orders/ My ex has a new partner. Can I cut my maintenance payments? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/my-ex-wife-has-a-new-partner-can-i-cut-my-maintenance-payments/ Should I get a clean break or opt for spousal maintenance after divorce? https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/finance/clean-break-or-spousal-maintenance/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 61: Managing your money during divorce | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:24:18 | |
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 your money during the divorce process, what happens to your money when you divorce and understanding the importance of long-term planning, and educating yourself about money. 01:42 Why it’s important for people to manage their money during divorce 02:49 The main financial worries people have at the beginning of divorce 06:00 Changing how you feel about money and how you use it 07:34 Pension sharing vs the family home 09:05 When’s the best time to approach a financial adviser? 10:47 Working with financial advisers and lawyers together 13:33 Understanding return on investment for advice 16:16 Starting again after divorce 17:25 The impact of money being a taboo topic 19:05 Managing money at the start of the process 23:06 Top tips for managing money during divorce Pensions and divorce https://youtu.be/2eubp2dUCrE?si=C8WBfszloCHq8aTY Ask a family lawyer https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Ql7uKEFMNpE8upJTWCrop?si=43e1aef212384728 Guide to reviewing your financial disclosure https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/premium-content/?type=guide&item=how-to-reviewing-your-financial-disclosure How to be financially prepared for divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/top-tips-on-how-to-be-financially-prepared-for-divorce/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 60: Walkaway Wife: women and divorce | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:40:23 | |
Walkaway wife syndrome 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 causes walkaway wife syndrome, 'symptoms of a walkaway wife' both in women and men, and why people choose to leave a relationship that's not necessarily problematic to outside eyes. 02:31 Unpacking the phrase ‘walkaway wife’ and a silent divorce 05:24 The impact of gender roles and history 07:30 The importance of emotional intelligence in relationships 09:48 Women initiating divorce proceedings 11:40 Financial concerns for women in divorce 14:35 What to do if you’re having doubts in your relationship 17:56 How to help yourself - ‘what is good enough?’ 22:22 Working together 23:40 Social factors influencing relationships and gender roles 26:29 What to do if you’re the one being walked-away-from 29:17 The importance of communication and self-reflection 34.10 The legal implications 37:37 Top tips anyone in a walkaway wife situation Liz and Susie have very kindly set up a unique code for listeners to give you 20% off any service you purchase through their website. The code Stowe20 will give you 20% off. Family Flow The Divorce Collective is also offering you a free gift called 10 Steps to Successful Negotiations. This is a really useful support tool to help with the practical and emotional aspects of divorce negotiation. Break-up Club: A beginner’s guide to divorce http://bit.ly/3Imo1Af What is the best way to end your marriage http://bit.ly/3U1dlcO Handling the judgment of others during your divorce http://bit.ly/4lKlezd If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 59: Avoiding the top divorce mistakes | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:39:05 | |
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 right advice or thinking things through. Matt and Liza welcome back Chloe for this episode on the top divorce mistakes and how to avoid them. A must-listen for those at the start of the process, or those working out their next steps. 01:45 The dangers of rushing into things 03:35 The first step in divorce 04:40 How do you know you’re ready to get divorced? 05:56 Misconceptions around divorce and finance 09:00 Detaching emotions from practicalities 16:42 Emotional resilience and wellbeing through divorce 19:46 Mistakes made in the legal process 25:45 The importance of being detailed and precise 29:35 Considering prenuptial agreements for second marriages 32.20 Financial disclosure and DIY divorce 34:19 Making a cost-value analysis 37:37 Top tips for avoiding common mistakes in divorce How to tell your friends and family about your divorce http://bit.ly/4kwUalU Ask a family lawyer - Live podcast http://bit.ly/4lGWfwx How to build resilience during divorce http://bit.ly/3Tyeetk Break-up Club: A beginner’s guide to divorce http://bit.ly/3Imo1Af If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 58: Navigating divorce with SEND children | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:39:54 | |
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 chartered financial adviser and founder of PlanIt Future, a financial service for the parents and carers of SEND children. The team discussed financially planning in divorce when you have an SEND child, where the main challenges are and where to find help. You can buy Rhiannon's book 'Planning with Love' on Amazon (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Planning-Love-Parents-Children-Special/dp/1068592575) or Waterstones (https://www.waterstones.com/book/planning-with-love/rhiannon-gogh/9781068592577) 03:02 Special Educational Needs and Disability statistics 04:20 Challenges faced by families with SEND children 07:25 Tackling the long-term financial challenges of SEND children 09:56 What to consider when looking at your financial future 12:50 Extra complexities of divorce with SEND children 14:48 Legal aspects of parenting after divorce and impact on SEND children 17:30 Financial challenges on divorce 20:13 Legal and financial planning around for the family home in divorce 22:58 Available financial support 25:48 The law’s approach to dividing assets on divorce where SEND children are involved 27:45 Planning for short, medium and long term needs after divorce 31:47 What professionals can help and how 36:00 Top tips Supporting neurodivergent children through divorce https://youtu.be/Wyuv-sFlRT4?si=tqjo2OWeSEZlSE-A How to get a child arrangements order https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRnaUVqn95c How to support children through divorce https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Client-Guide-How-to-support-children-through-divorc.pdf If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 57: Ask a family lawyer - LIVE | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:50:40 | |
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 international divorce. 02:00 How long does it take to get divorced? 03:35 What to do about an ex making the process difficult 05:28 Cost of divorce 06:09 Timelines of a financial settlement 08:29 Should I leave the family home? 08:40 Buying a new property mid-financial negotiations 11:04 Can you prejudice your financial position? 12:35 Impact of financial contributions during the marriage 15:19 Family home and divorce 18:59 Living with a difficult ex 20:27 Matrimonial vs non matrimonial assets 24:32 Pensions in divorce 31:42 Maintenance during and after proceedings 36:25 What happens if someone is not compliant with court orders? 40:00 Can you reopen a financial order? 41:24 The remarriage trap 42:50 Overseas assets 43:18 Step children and divorce 43:50 Claims against property owned by a third party 45:08 Is expected inheritance part of the matrimonial pot? 46:43 How are businesses split in divorce? 47:56 Solicitor vs litigant in person - impact on outcome
Find other support at https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN 🎧 Listen to our podcast on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3L6VFcE 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG Follow us on socials Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw X - https://twitter.com/StoweFamilyLaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 56: Single parenting, successfully | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:36:25 | |
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 your own oxygen mask first. For any single/solo parents, this episode is a must-listen for tips and tricks, some gentle reminders and of course some of the legal bits around child arrangements. 00:52 Statistics on single parenting in the UK 02:17 Defining single parenting 03:27 Main challenges and positives of single parenting 06:06 Navigating the strains of single and co-parenting 09:18 Support networks 11:16 Addressing role models and influences 15:28 Communicating with children as a single parent 19:11 Time management and support 21:25 The joys of single parenting 24:00 Legal support and frameworks for single parents 26:49 Co-parenting and parallel parenting 28:16 Parenting when you live far away from your ex 34:12 Top tips
Further advice on the Stowe website: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/child-law-advice/ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our email list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one place https://mailchi.mp/69a5d247d3ba/stowetalks 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe Support https://bit.ly/41heUWN If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 55: Buying a house as an unmarried couple | 10 Mar 2025 | 00:20:29 | |
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, or family member. 00:38 Statistics on unmarried couples in the UK 01:15 The total myth of the common law marriage 01:20 The rights (or lack of) for unmarried couples 03:55 The importance of how the property is legally owned 06:30 The different problems unmarried couples can face 13:19 The legal options available to protect yourself financially 13:54 The role of A Declaration of Trust 14:38 The role of A Cohabition Agreement 19:08 Matt & Liza’s top tips for unmarried couples buying a house.
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 54: How to prepare for a family court hearing | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:27:05 | |
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 01:24 What do people fear about the family court? 02:58 The different types of family court hearings 03:15 How to prepare for the first hearing 09:20 How to prepare for the second hearing 15:43 How to prepare for the final hearing 24:12 Rhiannon’s three top tips to prepare for a family court hearing Additional resources
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 53: What happens to debt in divorce? | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:23:18 | |
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 Debt is often a part of divorce 01:09 Can you get divorced when you are in debt? 02:39 What are the different types of debt? 02:52 What are hard and soft loans? 06:40 What happens to any individual and shared debt? 08:48 How do you share any debt in a divorce? 11:12 What happens if one person builds up debt during the marriage? 14:47 How does the family court approach debt in divorce? 15:16 What is the gasp factor? 16:17 The changing understanding of domestic and economic abuse 18:58 What are structured debt arrangements, and how do they impact any settlement? 20:39 Matt & Liza’s top tips for dealing with debt in divorce
Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN and reviewing financial disclosure https://bit.ly/4hyZBjI If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 52: How is inheritance dealt with in divorce? | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:11:17 | |
Inheritance can be one of the most emotive and complex elements of a financial settlement in divorce. Additional resources Taking control of your finances on separation: https://youtu.be/CIp6n4pgd9k How to prepare for a financial settlement: https://youtu.be/ixzT30CyMo0 How to get a financial consent order: https://youtu.be/-FlSjw4tTXM Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN and reviewing financial disclosure https://bit.ly/4hyZBjI If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 51: What is parental responsibility, how do you get it, can you lose it? | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:18:38 | |
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 can lose parental responsibility, and what legal options are available if those with it cannot agree on what is best for the kids. 00:30 What is parental responsibility? 02:25 Parental responsibility as a legal concept 02:48 What parental responsibility isn’t? 03:40 Who has parental responsibility? 04:53 The different rules for Mum & Dad 06:46 Who else can be granted parental responsibility? 07:33 The use of special guardianship orders to share parental responsibility 09:48 How can you lose parental responsibility? 11:30 Examples of cases where parental responsibility has been removed 14:00 If you lose parental responsibility, can you ever get it back? 15:32 What can you do if those with parental responsibility cannot agree? 15:54 The use of specific issue orders Please note this podcast focuses on heterosexual couples for the purpose of time. To learn more about same-sex parents and their legal issues on our website: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/fertility-lawyers/
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 50: Understanding domestic abuse in minority communities | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:36:22 | |
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 someone else in this situation, this podcast will help. 00:00 Welcome Lucy’s website: https://ydom.co.uk/resources-for-everyone/ Are you in a relationship with a narcissist? https://t.ly/yEiw2 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 49: Spotting the early red flags of abuse in relationships | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:27:57 | |
Abusive relationships rarely start abusive. Instead, they build up over, slowly, over time, gradually changing the survivors perception of reality and sense of self. As our guest for this episode, domestic abuse expert and coach, Caron Kipping says: “If someone punched you in the face on your first date, would you go back for a second date?” The answer is an obvious no, but domestic abuse slowly draws in survivors, leaving them trapped, isolated, confused and abused. Would you know the early signs of an abusive relationship? Take a listen as Caron explains what the red flags are and what you can do if they are there. Additional resources
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 48: Mortgages during and after divorce with Meet Margo | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:28:57 | |
In most divorces, couples face challenges around the mortgage. From who will pay for it whilst you separate, to working out mortgage affordability for your next home. And with interest rates still high, a growing housing crisis and an expert predicted rocky 12-18 months ahead, we asked Charlotte Tollitt, a Mortgage Broker from Meet Margo, to join us to talk about all things mortgage and divorce. 00:00 Introductions If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 47: Domestic abuse in the family courts and what needs to change | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:48:41 | |
The gasp factor, what should be the real headline of financial abuse, things must change and our collective responsibility… If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 46 What do changes to the Family Procedure Rules mean for separating couples? | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:32:37 | |
In April 2024, changes were made to the Family Procedure Rules to encourage more people to use non-court-based methods to resolve financial issues arising from divorce or over their children. 00:30 What are the Family Procedure Rules? Additional resources The role of the family court: https://bit.ly/480zrlh Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN or Beginner’s Guide to Divorce: https://bit.ly/beginnersdivorceguide If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 45 How to prepare to leave a narcissist - Part 2 | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:40:05 | |
In the second part of this episode, Dr Supriya McKenna, a highly experienced specialist narcissism expert, continues to share her advice and practical tools and techniques to help people prepare to leave a narcissist. (You can access the first part of this episode here.) We pick the conversation back up as Dr Supriyas shares her advice on preparing financially, before exploring how to stay safe online, saving previous communications, and keeping personal items safe. Before closing with her top tops. Again, Matt & Liza share their insight into how the law can help and the pitfalls to avoid. 01:48 How to financially prepare for a narcissistic divorce If you are in immediate danger of domestic abuse, call the police on 999. You can also access help and support from the 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or the Mankind Initiative support helpline: 01823 334 244. If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 44 How to prepare to leave a narcissist - Part 1 | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:39:32 | |
In the first of this two-parter episode, Matt and Liza were delighted to be joined again by Dr Supriya McKenna, one of the leading experts in the field of narcissism, to discuss how to prepare to leave a narcissist. If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 43 How much does it cost to get divorced? | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:07:52 | |
In this bite size episode, hosts Matt & Liza turn their attention to another popular question that clients frequently ask: How much does it cost to get divorced? They talk through typical costs, the different ways to reduce costs, for example reaching agreement together or using mediation, and what you can do personally to save money during the process. All in just under 8 minutes. 00:33 The cost of the divorce application Please note the prices quoted in this video were correct in August 2024 and are subject to change. Where do I start? A beginner’s guide to divorce: https://bit.ly/3v0md9g Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 42 How long does it take to get divorced? | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:07:33 | |
In this bite size episode, hosts Matt & Liza turn their attention to a popular question they hear from many of their clients: How long does it take to get divorced? They talk through the process, how long it takes, the impact of the family court, the myth of the quickie divorce, before closing on their top tips to help speed up the process as much as possible. All in just under 8 minutes. 00:30 What is the process for getting divorced? Where do I start? A beginner’s guide to divorce: https://bit.ly/3v0md9g Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 41: What happens if your ex won’t respond to a divorce? | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:19:15 | |
In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza explore what options are available for people if their ex-partner will not respond to the initial divorce application, refuses to disclose any information, or provides incorrect or misses details when trying to resolve finances. They dive into your legal options so you can progress your divorce, how to track down a missing ex, the role the family court can play, managing the emotional impact and anxiety, and top tips for dealing with your ex throughout the process. 00:30 How common is it for someone not to respond to a divorce? Additional resources Download our free in-depth handbook on how to complete a Form E: https://bit.ly/3A7MMvN If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 40: Are you in a relationship with a narcissist? | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:54:23 | |
Narcissism has become a popular buzzword. But despite the interest, there are many myths that undermine the complexity and destructive impact of this personality disorder. If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 39: The realities of high-net-worth divorce | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:38:01 | |
High-net-worth divorce brings its own unique challenges, especially around understanding, valuing and dividing complex earning structures, assets and pensions, often with international elements. If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 38: The first things to do when getting a divorce | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:31:30 | |
You may have made the decision, or had it made for you, but however you arrived at the moment, facing a divorce can be daunting So what should you do first? In this episode, family lawyers and hosts Matt & Liza share their tips on the most important things to do and consider before getting a divorce. 00:00 Introductions Where do I start? A beginner’s guide to divorce: https://youtu.be/EhFpi8K9VZQ If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 37 Should I stay, or should I go? | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:36:16 | |
It is normal to face challenges in a relationship, but what happens when one, or both people, completely disconnects and thoughts turn to leaving? How do you know the right time to end a relationship?
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 36: How to introduce a new partner to the kids | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:36:24 | |
Introducing a new partner to your kids can be complicated, and requires careful thought and planning to get it right. So we asked parenting and relationship coach Nichole Farrow to join us to share her advice on how to introduce a new partner, including:
00:00 Introductions If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 35: School holiday planning for separated parents | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:30:31 | |
School holidays can be difficult to juggle for any parents, but for those separated and co-parenting, it can bring a whole host of additional issues. In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza were joined by The Divorce & Separation Coach, Chloe O. to look at the best way to plan the holidays as a separated parent. Take a listen as they explore the challenges of planning holidays, the importance of communication, flexibility, and child-focused decision-making. How to address objections, your legal options and the use of mediation to resolve any issues, along with practical advice for navigating the complexities of summer holidays when at home. 02:16 Why are holidays sometimes a contentious issue? Additional resources We need your help. We love making the Stowe talks podcast. And we want to enter it for the Listener’s Choice awards at the British Podcast Awards. So please vote for us: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Simply search for Stowe talks and cast your vote by 29 August 2024. Thank you. If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 34: Who gets the house in a divorce? | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:36:18 | |
The family home can often be the most emotive element of a divorce. Steeped in memories, many ex-couples face the difficult decision about what to do with the house, in the short and long term. In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza deep dive into all things property and divorce including: 00:35 Why is the family home so important? Additional information Budgeting during a cost of living crisis https://youtu.be/LE-NCCOiiB4 If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 33: Prenups, postnups and petnups | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:35:02 | |
No longer the preserve of the ultra- wealthy, prenups, postnups and petnups are on the rise. But what are they, what can they cover, and do they stand up in court? Take a listen as Matt & Liza dive into nuptial agreements, the advantages, the challenges, and the laws surrounding them. Along with when and how they are useful, especially for people marrying later in life, wanting to protect family assets or preserve inheritance for their kids, and when they are not. Before closing, with a discussion around the pitfalls of making these agreements legally binding, and surprise guest appearances from Matt’s dog Crumble and Liza’s dog, Duke. 00:00 What is a prenup? What is a postnup? If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 32: Recognising and dealing with economic abuse | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:37:33 | |
A staggering 95% of survivors of domestic abuse experience economic abuse, leaving them isolated, trapped, dependent and confused. So, we asked Tamsin Caine, a Chartered Financial Planner from Smart Divorce, to join us to look at how to recognise the signs of economic abuse and what you can do about it. A financial specialist in advising people going through a divorce or separation. Tamsin covers:
And, a powerful message for survivors on how to rebuild your life following the abuse to create a financially stable and safe life. You can access help and support from the 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247 or the Mankind Initiative support helpline: 01823 334 244
Additional information
If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||
| Episode 31: How does surrogacy work in the UK? | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:53:03 | |
Surrogacy is a wonderful way for people to build their family outside traditional norms, but it comes with legal complexities that often surprise people. In this episode, Matt & Liza were delighted to welcome Andrew Powell, one of the country’s leading children's law barristers from 4PB, who specialises in surrogacy law, to explore how surrogacy works in the UK and internationally. An expert on surrogacy and the modern family, Andrew covers:
And closes with the joy of building your family through surrogacy and the wonderful gift it can bring, and key takeaways for anyone considering surrogacy. You can access the full details of how to obtain parental responsibility in England & Wales following surrogacy here. Additional resources
🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. 🎬 Watch on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3Mwa4wG If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lifelovelawpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 | |||