The Divorce Course Podcast

Today's Q & A Divorce questions: What is the difference between day to day care and long term care in child custody? Can your social media posts be used against you in your divorce in court? When can you remarry after you divorce? Can you use your ex's social media posts in your divorce? Does what you post on social media matter in your divorce proceedings? What is a case assessment conference? Sh...

Sign up here for our next free online webinar   Click here to learn more about your DIY DIVORCE BLUEPRINT Click here for our free checklist for your divorce and property settlement You still need to live right? That means you still need money. If you've not been the breadwinner that puts you in a tricky situation if you leave. In this episode we discuss spousal maintenance, what it is, when you ca...

Today's Q & A Divorce Questions What constitutes a legal separation?  Can I be separated but still living together? What is a case assessment conference? Should your lawyer attend? What can you do if your ex is alienating you from your children? What is the legal age for when children get to choose which parent to live with? Where do you find an affidavit template? Send your questions for our next...

Sign up here to go on our waitlist for our next free online webinar   Click here to learn more about your DIY DIVORCE BLUEPRINT Click here for our free checklist for your divorce and property settlement In this episode Lyn & Laura explore your last resort efforts to avoid court and finally settle your property, or children's matters. They explore things you can do to negotiate further after all ot...

Sign up here to our free webinar to find out more about divorce and the pitfalls to avoid.  In this episode we discuss how you can save yourself thousands in your divorce journey using our DIY Divorce Blueprint. We also share who we are and why we do what we do. Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Links and res...

Sign up here to our free webinar to find out more about divorce and the pitfalls to avoid.  We discuss 6 practical tips on how to keep your divorce from spinning out of control. If your divorce, property or children settlement is spinning out of control by taking up all your time and thoughts or if it is taking up all your money in legal fees there is a way to slow things or calm things down. Fami...

Sign up here to our free webinar to find out more about divorce and the pitfalls to avoid.  This episode covers how the court decides what is best for the children in regards to parenting orders and agreements. We also discuss how you and your co-parent can also decide what's best for the children and create parenting arrangements that avoid the need for court. Lyn discusses common threats and myt...

Episode 29  Divorce, Property Settlement , Court and Family Law frequently asked questions. Click here to register  for our free upcoming webinar on the 14th of September 2021 Summary:  We cover commonly asked questions by answering "Claire's" legal questions about her upcoming divorce and recent separation and what pitfalls to avoid when dealing with a high conflict narcissistic ex partner. Inclu...

Summary:  We cover seven top tips for things to do if you cannot afford your own lawyer for children's or property settlement and you are self representing.  Please go to our show notes on our website to get the links discussed in this episode. Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Click  here to joint our free p...

Divorcing a narcissist? Lyn discusses the common traits and issues people face when attempting to legally separate and divorce from a narcissist. She describes what to look out for during your legal proceedings and what to prepare to counteract it. She also explains how you can negotiate with a narcissist and adjust your mindset to get to a final outcome in your property settlement, childrens orde...

Family Court directions, mentions or interim hearings? Lyn discusses the different court appearances dates, what they are called, what they mean and what to expect For those going through divorce and separation.  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Links and resources:   Federal Circuit Court Lists - find your...

Summary:  Lyn discusses the divorce course 12 agreements that you should consider when creating your parenting plan or orders. Co-parenting can be tricky but with the right plan or orders covering these main 12 things you can find it can be a bit smoother sailing. Lyn discusses each agreement and why it's important and how you should consider it for your situation based on the divorce course perso...

Episode 24 Summary:  Lyn discusses the road blocks you may come across in negotiations and how to overcome them. She discusses the 2 main reasons why your ex partner may not be open to finalising an agreement. She gives you a few strategies on how to approach the negotiations keeping these reasons in mind. We discuss the easy way to keep your communication during this time in check using the divor...

Summary:  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Lyn  explains what a subpoena is, what it can be used for, how it can be applied for in the family law courts for property and children's matters and in the domestic violence court. She explains how to apply, how to see the information and how to use it in court to...

Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Lyn talks us through what to do if your ex partner has control of all the money or you are in financial distress after separation. Getting enough money to live on after separation. Getting enough money to pay your legal fees during family court proceedings.  Getting enough mo...

Summary:  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Lyn a family lawyer of 35 years & accredited specialist talks through the process of getting your own divorce. The do's and don'ts of filing in the court yourself for divorce. She talks us through what the process is, how it happens, when and how to do it and what t...

Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  Lyn talks you through how to write a good legal letter. A good letter is a powerful tool to avoid court, to resolve custody or property problems or keep clear records. Learn her four clear principles for an effective letter. She also talks about how to avoid the pitfalls of a...

Episode 19 Summary:  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.  We discuss the options for parents who are being denied access to their children. The steps they can take to get back to spending meaningful time with their children. The way to formally progress it in the family court of Australia and the way to progress...

Episode 18 - Court Etiquette: What to say and do if self representing in Family Law Court Summary:  We discuss what the court etiquette rules are in the Family Court of Australia. What to do when you enter the courtroom. How to find the room in the first place. Who to speak to. When to stand and when to sit. How to speak to a judge and what to expect on your first visit to court?   You don't want...

Summary:  In this episode we begin to cover the ins and outs of coercive control; what it is and how you can protect yourself from it after you've separated.  You don't want to miss: What is coercive control? What does Jess Hill say about coercive control? How coercive control can continue after you've left. If you need a domestic violence order for protection What are the rules and laws for coerc...

Talking all things child support giving you a summary from a lawyer of 35 years experience. -What is child support - Who can apply for it - When can you apply for child support - How can you apply - What happens if child support isn't paid - How to get your assessment changed.   Child Support Estimator If you need emergency help you can also contact: Police on 000 Queensland Government Links for D...

In this episode we cover 1. What is parental alienation? 2. What does the court do about parental alienation? 3. How can you identify the signs that your child is being alienated from you? 4. Parental alienation and divorce 5. What steps you should take if your child is being alienated from you? 6. What steps you should take if the other parent is withholding your child from you or not allowing yo...

Show Notes: Please note: This is general advice only. Links below as discussed in this episode.  NSW Domestic Violence Helpline 1800 65 64 63 ACT Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS)   6280 0900 SA Domestic Violence Crisis Line 1800 800 098 QLD DV Connect -1800 811 811 TAS Safe at Home Family Violence Response and Referral Line 1800 633 937 VIC Safe Steps   1800 015 188 WA Domestic Violence Hel...

Introducing special guest financial planner Pedro Marin. Pedro Marin (instagram) @pmrfinancial How to approach a bank to get information Your home loan and divorce What is financial abuse?   What are the red flags for financial abuse? Superannuation Sole purpose tests and how they can help you Pre-separation dirty tricks case studies to watch out for. Thoughts before signing any documents How to g...

Summary:  Listen to Lyn's rules and guide to creating parenting plans, or parenting orders. Pick up the tips she's learnt in 35 years of family law. Learn how to use her golden rule of "WHAT IF" when creating them. Laura discusses with Lyn each part that you should consider in parenting plans or orders. Why your aim should be to create smooth and easy to follow plans to avoid all problems in the f...