FLiP - Family Law in Partnership

David Allison and Jeremy Johnson  In this episode, David Allison is joined by leading barrister Jeremy Johnson to compare divorce and financial claims in England and Wales with the system in New Zealand. The discussion focuses on issues relevant to individuals with connections to both jurisdictions. Looking at both jurisdictions, they cover: • Jurisdiction for divorce, including domicile and resid...

In this episode, David Allison is joined by leading attorney Katharine Maddox to compare divorce and financial claims in England and Wales with the system in the state of Virginia. The discussion focuses on issues relevant to individuals with connections to both jurisdictions. Looking at both jurisdictions, they cover: Jurisdiction for divorce, including domicile and residency Financial claims on...

In this episode Helen Greenfield and Chloe Oudiz break down the legal steps and practical considerations every parent must know when considering a move abroad with children. This conversation will help you make informed, confident decisions for your family's future. Their conversation covers: • What are the rules surrounding travelling abroad with children on a short and a long term basis? • What...

Divorcing across borders can feel daunting - especially when the choice of country could shape the outcome especically with regards to the financial settlement. In this episode, David Allison and Isabelle Rein-Lescaterreyes compare the approaches in England & Wales and in France, highlighting the key differences couples should be aware of before deciding where to issue divorce proceedings. Their c...

Helen Greenfield and Chloe Oudiz meet to discuss international, long-distance co-parenting. With insights from their respective experiences, they provide practical tips on how to approach long distance co-parenting. Their conversation covers: Jurisdiction issues which come to light upon separation Who keeps the passports Contact and time spent with the "long distance" parent Parental responsibilit...

Precis: Kara Swift and Lucy Taylor meet again to discuss financial planning after separation or divorce. Following their recent conversation on how to move from financial vulnerability to financial resilience, Kara and Lucy discuss finances following separation and divorce.   As they explain, the implications of the numbers at the outset can be huge and if you do not have an understanding of the f...

With the context that only 53% of women feel financially independent, Kara Swift invited Lucy Taylor to discuss her mission to encourage women to make sure they are financially future proofed and strong. In a conversation that focusses on how to move from financial vulnerability to financial resilience, they discuss: The division of decisions within a relationship The difference between being part...

Daniel Coombes and Jo Harrison discuss how to protect children's mental health when their parents are in family court proceedings, or any process where a third party needs to make a decision for them, such as arbitration. Whether proceedings are about the children themselves, or the parents' finances, Daniel and Jo agree that both the parents and the lawyers should do as much as possible to insula...

In this podcast Elizabeth Fletcher , a Family Solicitor and Director at Family Law in Partnership, is joined by Couples Therapist and Divorce Consultant  Jo Harrison to discuss a question they are often asked – How do we tell the children we are separating? Referencing a blog written by Jo, which highlights the ideal situation of parents communicating together, they consider a range of scenarios a...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, Senior Associate Hannah Greene and FLiP's in-house Divorce Consultant and Individual & Relationship Therapist Jo Harrison discuss how couples can manage their mental load once they separate. In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah and Jo look at how tasks within a relationship are often divided and the impact a separation may have on mental load as individuals...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, FLiP Director Helen Greenfield, leads a discussion with Chantal Hughes, Chief Executive at The Hampton Trust on the topic of domestic abuse and working with victims and perpetrators. Helen and Chantal cover a wide range of points such as: Who is referred to The Hampton Trust. The interventions offered by The Hampton Trust such as Project CARA. The language surr...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, FLiP Associate Vanessa Sampaio, leads a discussion with Andrew Jones, Immigration Solicitor at Wesley Gryk Solicitors on family separation and possible immigration issues that can be encountered. Vanessa and Andrew cover a wide range of points such as: The challenges that arise from an immigration perspective for individuals in circumstances where their immigra...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, Marcia Drummond, Associate and Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer, leads a discussion with a former client about his divorce journey and the powerful impact therapy had on his experience. The questions in which Marcia asked her former client are listed below with the appropriate time stamp in case you would like to skip to a certain point of the discussion. At wh...

**National Surrogacy Week runs this year (2023) from 1 August to 7 August.**   In light of National Surrogacy Week, we have relaunched our original podcast "Surrogacy: An Introduction" recorded in 2021, to bring further awareness to surrogacy and in the hope it may be helpful to anyone embarking on a surrogacy journey. References to the law are accurate as at October 2021. Since recording in 2021,...

In this podcast Hannah Greene, a Senior Associate at FLiP is joined by Jo Harrison, in-house therapist at FLiP. Hannah and Jo discuss Monica Heisey's debut novel 'Really Good, Actually' and what it means to get divorced in your 20s.   **SPOILER ALERT – to any listener who has not yet read the book, the plot of the novel is discussed to some extent and the conversation may contain some spoilers.**...

In this podcast Nicole Phillips, a Senior Associate at FLiP is joined by Andrew Pearce, UKCP Registered Psychotherapist and in-house therapist at FLiP.   Nicole and Andrew discuss the type of language used in the midst of a divorce or separation covering a range of topics such as: How language differs in Nicole's practice to that of the language used in Andrew's consulting room in a therapeutic en...

In this podcast Kara Swift, a Senior Associate at Family Law in Partnership, and Michael Edwards, a Barrister at 4PB who specialises in international children law particularly child abduction, examine the issues that separated parents need to think about if they are planning to take their children on holiday, in particular from England & Wales.  Kara and Michael underline the importance of abiding...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, Hannah Greene, an associate at FLiP, is joined in a discussion with Jo Harrison, a therapist and councillor also at the firm, to talk about ending a relationship in an amicable way. Hannah and Jo will look at this from a legal and phycological angel for separating couples. Hannah advises on all aspects of divorce and cohabitation, including financial and childr...

In this episode of the FLIP podcast, Marcia Drummond, Associate and Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer, leads a discussion with a former client about her personal experience of going through the family courts in an effort to maintain her spousal maintenance.  She speaks frankly about the importance of strong legal advice and support, the financial and emotional impact of litigation and she offers ad...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, FLiP director Elizabeth Fletcher and our in-house counsellor Jo Harrison discuss the special considerations that parents might want to bear in mind if they are separating or divorcing and they have infant children. Elizabeth provides an insight into the legal considerations whilst Jo looks at the emotional and psychological impact. Elizabeth and Jo look at the...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast, Rory Collett, an Associate at FLiP, is joined in a discussion with the Chief Executive Officer and founder of The Level Group, George Williamson, to discuss everything you need to know about funding your legal fees and how litigation lending will help clients reach a fair financial settlement, by funding their legal and living expenses during contested proceedi...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast we discuss the introduction of No Fault Divorce and whether it will help to end the blame game in the divorce process. FLiP Associate Solicitor Rebecca Alexander leads the discussion with FLiP's in-house counsellor and family consultant, Jo Harrison. Rebecca Alexander is an Associate Solicitor at Family Law in Partnership. She handles all aspects of private fami...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast we discuss family law across the two jurisdictions of England and Hong Kong specifically alternative dispute resolutions and the impact the Covid pandemic has had on the respective court systems.  FLiP's Rebecca Alexander leads the discussion with Catherine Tso from Gall Solicitors, Hong Kong.   Rebecca is an associate at Family Law in Partnership. She handles a...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast we discuss everything you need to know about pre-nuptial agreements. FLiP Associate Grace Lawrence leads the discussion with Nicholas Bennett, a barrister at 29 Bedford Row. Grace is an associate at Family Law in Partnership. She advises on all aspects of private family law including financial and children matters and pre and post nuptial agreements. She combine...

In this episode of the FLiP podcast we discuss how best to inform your children that you and your ex spouse/partner are separating covering both the emotional and legal aspects involved. Georgie is an associate at FLiP who specialises in private family law matters. She has experience in all areas of private family law, including financial remedy cases involving clients with high net worth assets i...