The Divorce Course Podcast19 Okt 2022

Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid Making During Your Divorce Proceedings

We are always told about the things you should do in divorce, but this episode is about the things you should never do in divorce. We discuss the top five mistakes that Lyn, our Family Lawyer with 35 years experience, has seen people make over the years in their property settlement and parenting and custody negotiations that she wishes they didn't make. We discuss what to do instead and how to make sure you make the best decisions to ensure you get the best outcome without making costly legal and emotional mistakes.

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Podcast Episodes referred to in this episode:

EPISODE : WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOU LEAVE

EPISODE: MOVING OUT, ONCE YOU'VE DECIDED TO DIVORCE

You Don't Want to Miss Out On

Why it is so important to not take your ex's word for it in property settlement
Why it is so important to get your own legal advice
The five things you should never do in your divorce, property settlement and custody battle.
Why is it a red flag if they say don't go see a lawyer.
Why you need to change your mindset during divorce negotiations from being a couple to being business-like.
Why you need to take the guilt out of your decision making for your future.
How to identify if they are manipulating or controlling you during property settlement.
Questions to ask yourself before you sign or agree to a property settlement
Does the family court care if you or your partner are the ones that ended the relationship?
Things you should do before you sign a property agreement or agree to property consent orders.
Why it's important not to rely on your in laws and your ex's family during divorce process
Why you need your own legal advice separate from your ex during divorce
Why you need your own accountant during divorce
Why do you need your own financial advisor during divorce and you shouldn't be sharing your old one with your ex.
What you need to know before you leave the house after separation
What happens if you move out of the house with a high conflict divorce
Why it's important to know their divorce personality before you start the process
What is an ouster order and what does it mean?
Domestic Violence and why it's important to have a safety plan when you leave.
What you need to gather before you leave to help with property settlement
The checklist you need to look at before you leave if it is safe to do so

If you need emergency help you can also contact:

WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE
LEGAL AID
Lifeline 13 11 14
Mensline Australia 1300 789 978
Kids Help Line 1800 551 800
Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123
Relationships Australia
Police on 000
DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill
DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636
National DV line on 1800 737 732.1800RESPECT 1800 737 732

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Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.

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