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

Living together before marriage: the legal reality https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/living-together-before-marriage-the-legal-reality/

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

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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

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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

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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

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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/

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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/

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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/

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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

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