The Smart Divorce Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Tamsin Caine is joined by Nicola Bright on our latest podcast episode - they dive into the complexities of divorce involving special needs and disabilities. They discuss child and financial arrangements in these challenging circumstances. Nichola Bright Nichola has been practising family law since 2008 and has worked at highly regarded practices in Cheshire and Lancashire. Nichola...

Send us Fan Mail Tamsin is joined by Catherine & Andy Morgan as they discuss how to turn divorce challenges into a supportive co-parenting partnership and how to create a stable, loving environment for their kids. Tamsin Caine Tamsin is a Chartered Financial Planner with over 20 years experience. She works with couples and individuals who are at the end of a relationship and want agree how to...

Send us Fan Mail Graeme Fraser Graeme is Head of Family at William Sturges and has specialised in family law for over 25 years. He has considerable experience in advising on financial settlements involving complex assets and substantial wealth. His practice covers divorce, financial settlements involving complicated assets and substantial wealth, children issues, marital agreements, cohabitation,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin is joined by Elaine Richardson, who is a family lawyer and mediator, to talk about her work and what she gets up to when she’s not with clients. Elaine Richardson "I am a family law solicitor, collaborative lawyer and accredited child inclusive Hybrid mediator.  I supervise other mediators as their Professional Practice Consultant (PPC) and I supervise...

Send us Fan Mail Laura Rosefield Laura says: "I always try to make sure that my clients can see the glimmer of promise at what the future holds. They know I will be by their side to help them put the building blocks in place to get there and at any time after the legal process is over. I will make sure that they have access to any specialist help they need. From my own experience, clients can...

Send us Fan Mail .. In this episode, Tamsin explores the work of relationship therapist Adele Ballatyne. If you are interested in working with a therapist post separation, or even if you are considering separation, this episode is a must listen, as we explore how Adele works both in and out of her client sessions. Adele Ballantyne I have experience in helping a wide variety of individuals, couples...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin discusses with Karin Walker the new Family Procedure Rules, from 29th April 2024, being implemented to keep more couples out of court and using the wide range of non-court dispute resolution options to agree their financial settlement. Karin is not only a family solicitor but also a mediator, collaborative lawyer and arbitrator. Karin Walker Karin Walker is...

Send us Fan Mail Steven Hennessy began his career in financial advice in 1998. He has extensive experience advising individuals and families on all aspects of personal wealth, including pensions, investments, financial lifestyle planning, portfolio construction, retirement strategies, and estate planning. He is one of a small minority of financial advisers in the UK to have achieved both Chartered...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode Tamsin speaks to head of family Colin Davies of Kuits Solicitors to find out about the work he undertakes on behalf of his clients when they are not in front of him. Colin Davies Colin has specialised in family law for over 25 years, dealing with all aspects of relationship breakdown for both married and unmarried couples. He has acted in numerous high-value...

Send us Fan Mail Do you really know what a divorce coach does, how they prepare for a meeting or keep on top of everything happening in the divorce world? In this episode, Tamsin speaks to top divorce coach and author, Claire Macklin about those and many other questions regarding her work Claire Macklin Claire is one of the UK’s leading Break-up and Divorce Coaches and author of "Break-up: Fr...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what a barrister does in their working week when they’re not in a meeting with you? In this episode, Tamsin is joined by leading family barrister Rhys Taylor to find out more about what his work involves. With his depth of knowledge in courtroom advocacy and client advising, Rhys joins us on the Smart Divorce Podcast to unravel the complexities of family law...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, Tamsin Caine is joined by divorce coaches Julia Moreno and Sally Jackson. We explore a profound and empowering question: Who do you want to be during your divorce? We'll discuss how you can establish a vision for your divorce, cultivate your best self, and navigate this journey with integrity and grace. Sally Jackson Sally is a divorce coach who specialise...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the stormy seas of divorce is a daunting journey, especially when little ones are aboard. Estella Newbold-Brown, dedicated family law solicitor and author, extends a lifeline to families with her heartwarming children's book ‘Isla and Quinn – The Sunflowers’ Estella Newbold-Brown Estella is a partner and head of family law at the South London law firm, Amphlett Lis...

Send us Fan Mail In this special 100th episode of the Smart Divorce podcast, we welcome back our first ever guest, the wonderful counsellor and hypnotherapist Susan Leigh for a reboot of that first discussion. What are the things you should do and think about at the beginning of your divorce journey? Listen in to find out. Susan Leigh Altrincham, Cheshire, South Manchester counsellor, hypnotherapi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin talks to Hollie Orgee from litigation funding experts Ampla Finance about how their product can be used to ensure spouses are getting fair legal representation. This is particularly relevant where there has been financial or economic abuse or coercive control in a relationship. Hollie Orgee Hollie Orgee, is the Partnership Director at Ampla Finance. With se...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin speaks to her colleague and fellow Financial Planner, Charlene Love about financial protection. This conversation will help you to understand what the options are and how they will help you when the worst thing happens. Charlene Love With over 12 years of experience in the financial services profession, Charlene brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin speaks to tax expert Matt Stambach from ETC Tax. They discuss all the different taxes that might impact you during your divorce, along with the improved CGT rules for divorcing couples. Matt Stambach Prior to joining ETC Matt developed his career in tax starting at a HMRC Call Centre before gathering practice experience at a small company in Altrincham. Fro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin speaks to wills, probate and legacy planning solicitor Michelle Tonge of Private Client Solicitors about Wills and Powers of Attorney. They discuss how to make a will and power of attorney, when wills are no longer valid, why they should be reviewed regularly and important considerations. Michelle Tonge Michelle is an Associate Solicitor at Private Client S...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin talks to family solicitor (among other things) Karin Walker, who is an expert on Narcissistic Personality Disorder, about where to spend your money wisely if you are divorcing a narcissist. Karin Walker Karin Walker is a family lawyer, based in Woking, Surrey. She is a solicitor, mediator, collaborative practitioner, neutral evaluator, and arbitrator. Havin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin speaks to Gavin from Worthstone about sustainable investments. Ethical, green, ESG, impact are just some of the words used when people talk about this area of investing, but what really is it and how does it work? Gavin Francis Founder and CEO, WORTHSTONE Gavin started working in financial services and alongside the advisory community in 1989. In 2010, he f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Tamsin is joined by family lawyers, and podcast hosts, Liza Gatrell and Matthew Taylor from Stowe Family Law. They discuss how to ensure you get proper advice and support when you have left an abusive relationship, particularly where there is financial abuse. Matthew Taylor  Matthew is a Partner at Stowe Family Law, where he heads up a team of lawyers across the No...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Tamsin speaks to actuary Richard Nobbs about PODEs (Pensions on Divorce Experts). They discuss when a PODE might be needed, and when they might not, along with how to instruct them and what questions to ask. Richard Nobbs Richard is an actuary and the owner and a director of Excalibur Actuaries Limited, one of the leading pensions on divorce expert firms, with a te...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tamsin speaks to Tom Farrell about using a financial neutral in divorce. They discuss how the process works, the potential cost saving and how using a financial neutral can unlock sticking points in the process of coming to an agreement. Tom Farrell Tom is an experienced Family Mediator and Independent Financial Planner. He runs a specialist practice, exclusively...

Send us Fan Mail We are often asked what if my ex lies about his assets. In this episode, Tamsin is joined by forensic accountant Raymond Davidson. They discuss what things might arouse suspicion and how a forensic accountant might help to find hidden assets. Raymond Davidson With more than four decades of experience, Raymond Davidson is one of the most highly regarded Forensic Accountants in the...

Send us Fan Mail Tamsin is joined by Wealth Coach’s Sara Maxwell to discuss the sticky subject of talking about money, particularly in a relationship. If you have come out of a marriage or partnership where you weren’t the money person, you have probably found the financial settlement even more stressful. In this episode, we talk about how to change that in your next relationship. Sara Jane Maxwel...