Episode 38: The first things to do when getting a divorce
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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
01:00 The different scenarios
01:10 The first thing to do is take your time
03:00 Getting in the right headspace
03:29 Building your support team
05:10 Use of divorce coaches and counsellors
05:45 The role of online resources, including Stowe support
08:10 Understand you are at different stages
09:50 The next three things you need to do
11:40 Managing finances
15:10 How to support your children
17:10 Preparing for your first lawyer meeting
22:05 How to tell your partner your marriage is over
28:20 The most important thing to do from Matt & Liza
Additional resources
Where do I start? A beginner’s guide to divorce: https://youtu.be/EhFpi8K9VZQ
Taking control of your finances on separation: https://youtu.be/CIp6n4pgd9k
How to prepare for a financial settlement: https://youtu.be/ixzT30CyMo0
The dangers of a DIY divorce: https://bit.ly/3Tsvql7
How to get a financial consent order: https://youtu.be/-FlSjw4tTXM
How to get divorced online: https://youtu.be/-LWs1MrGnT4
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
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