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Welcome to Family Five, a weekly podcast series by Sydney-based law firm Ivy Law Group. Join Ivy Law Group’s resident principal lawyer (Shane Neagle) and non-lawyer (Jessica Hamilton) as they delve into the often unspoken and challenging areas of family law and the sticky situations people may find themselves in, all in the time it takes you to drink your coffee. This turbo-charged 5-minute podcast will cover some pretty tough areas of family law in an honest, light-hearted, and refreshing w ...
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Divorce can be tricky enough, but what if your former partner or spouse is nowhere to be found? Or what if thye refuse to co-operate? What happens then? In this episode, we talk all things divorce, including whether you can file without them, what happens if someone is overseas, whether you can separate without divorcing and much more. Recognised i…
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We're talking all things BFAs in this episode (Binding Financial Agreements), including: What actually are BFAs? When do you need one? Are they worth the paper they are written on? Is it true they are only for the rich? Can the Court set one aside? If you would like some advice about your situation, our family lawyers are more than happy to assist!…
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Dealing with inheritances in a family law property settlement is not as cut and dry as people might think. There are many different factors that the Court will take into account as it's not as simple as, "well, my parents gave me that inheritance so it's all mine and my ex won't get any of it." In this episode, we go deeper into the matter of inher…
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Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, McConnell Family Law Group is a law firm with a strong focus on family law. We provide legal assistance to families during their most challenging times, offering guidance and support. Q: Does a Family Law attorney handle divorce cases? A: Yes, they do. Divorce is a prominent aspect of family law, and a family law at…
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Future needs is one of four considerations that are taken into account by the Court when deciding a family law property settlement. But what exactly are future needs and how do you know if you have any? Do you need to provide provide proof of those needs? We discuss all this and more in this week's episode. Recognised in Feedspot's Top 40 Family La…
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From McConnell Family Law Group - In this informative podcast episode, we explore the article 'Is Alimony Taxable in Connecticut?' Navigating the intricacies of alimony in Connecticut involves understanding not only the financial aspects of support payments but also being aware of your rights and tax obligations. Whether you are a payer or recipien…
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Many people are under the belief that assets are split 50/50 in a family law property settlement, but that's not always the case. In this episode, we talk about contributions and what they mean for a separating couple, and how it differs depending on how long they were together for. Recognised in Feedspot's Top 40 Family Law Podcasts List! https://…
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When a relationship is over, there is often a tussle between the emotional and the legal. You know when your relationship is over, but how does the family court determine the ending of a de facto relationship, for the purposes of a financial settlement? In this episode, we talk all things de facto, how it differs from a marriage (legally speaking),…
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What is property and what isn't property in a family law settlement? What do you do if you need to sell a property but one party won't move out? Are assets actually split 50/50 in a property settlement? Why are dogs considered to be "property?" We answer all these questions and more in this week's episode. Recognised in Feedspot's Top 40 Family Law…
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In this episode we discuss what to do if you discover a former partner or spouse is hiding assets and how to go about uncovering the assets. We also discuss what financial disclosure is in family law and why it's so important, when you might need a forensic accountant, what their role is, and what to do if you can't afford to go down that path. Rec…
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Many shudder at the thought of having their family law matter potentially dragged out in Court for years. So, how can you settle your matter amicably following a separation, with (hopefully) minimal fuss and what methods are available to you to help you resolve your issues outside of Court? Recognised in Feedspot's Top 40 Family Law Podcasts List! …
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It's a question that gets asked a lot. In this episode, we tackle what exactly is involved when you hire a lawyer, how the costing process works and what happens if you decide to go out on your own and self-represent. Shane also shares some examples of cases where it did go well with self-representation, and where it didn't. Recognised in Feedspot'…
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In this episode, guest speaker Alison Howarth discusses what coercive control in a relationship can look like, the classic behaviours a partner may exhibit, along with the impact and ongoing trauma response this may have on the person being subjected to the abuse. We also discuss support services available for anyone in this situation, which we hav…
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In this week's episode, we discuss violent/abusive relationships, looking at what to do if you need to flee a violent relationship and what happens if you are falsely accused of being abusive. We also discuss support services available for those in need. Warning: this podcast discusses some serious topics that may be distressing for some listeners.…
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Financial abuse is not a topic that is often spoken about. It can sometimes be difficult to detect and someone may not even be aware they are in a financially abusive relationship or a victim of it. In this podcast episode, we look at what financial abuse is, how to spot the signs and what you can do to protect yourself. Recognised in Feedspot's To…
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We hear the term narcissist thrown around a lot, but what exactly is a narcissist? In this week’s episode of the Family Five podcast, we discuss narcissism, steps to take if you want to leave your relationship, along with strategies that may assist you with co-parenting with a narcissist. Recognised in Feedspot's Top 40 Family Law Podcasts List! ht…
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Is your relationship healthy or unhealthy? What are the signs of an unhealthy relationship? How do you spot the signs of abuse? When do you know if it's time to leave the relationship? What's the first thing you should do if you decide to leave? We cover all this and more in this episode and give you some valuable tips to take away with you. Recogn…
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In this trailer, we discuss what the Family Five podcast is all about, why we are doing it and what you will get out of it. Hosted by Jessica Hamilton (non-lawyer) and Shane Neagle (actual lawyer) of Sydney based law firm Ivy Law Group, this weekly podcast will tackle the tough family law issues in the time it takes you to drink your coffee (which …
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