Separation is difficult at any life stage, however, it can be particularly difficult when it occurs later in life. In addition to understanding the family law processes, a range of other issues may need to be considered such as long term financial and health plans, elder abuse and estate planning. 

Graham shares his story about how things have not turned out how as he thought they would for his later years. He is feeling weighed down with his day-to-day responsibilities and situation and like he has no support. 

Award winning lawyer, Carolyn Devries, hosts highly respected experts from the areas of family law and elder law: Helen Baker from On Your Own Two Feet Financial Planning, Eustacia Yates from New Way Lawyers Australia’s first non profit law firm and Collette Bots from Caxton Legal Service. 

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Coercive control is one of the most pressing social issues and there needs to be clear and consistent action from government, private organisations and non-profit organisations to end this form of domestic violence. Without further action, victims of coercive control have to navigate state based domestic violence and criminal legal processes as well as the federal family law system. 

In this episode Abigail shares with us her story of the abuse she has experienced from her partner and the fear she holds that she will not be safe even when she leaves. 

Award winning lawyer, Carolyn Devries, brings together a panel of experienced practitioners in the family services sector who are qualified to share about this topic: Amelia Torre from the Women’s Legal Service, Karyna Jansons from Macleod Refuge, and Renee Craft from Save the Children.

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When people don’t know their legal rights and entitlements to property settlements and don’t understand the family law parenting framework, it can lead to disputes and conflict. Early access to accurate information, resources and services is the best way to lay the foundation for an amicable and positive outcome that is family focused. 

The story for this episode is from Simon who has recently separated but who wants to make sure the relationship with his ex remains amicable for the sake of the children. He has no experience with the family law system and is unsure about whether to self-represent or engage professional help.

Award winning lawyer, Carolyn Devries, welcomes seasoned experts from the family services sector: Jack Whelan barrister and mediator and co founder of the Separation Guide, David Curl from the For Kids Sake, Linda Maitland from New Way Lawyers, Australia’s first non profit law firm and Anne Dale from Grant Thornton. 

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