In this episode, hosts Matt & Liza explore the rising popularity of DIY divorces, how and when they work well, and the common dangers and pitfalls.

They explain what a DIY divorce is, the current online process, and the difficulties that can arise from the implications of not completing the paperwork correctly in the beginning.

They then turn to the numerous problems that can be caused by not getting legal advice on your finances, including inheritance and Wills, protecting yourself from future claims from your ex-spouse, and the dangers of ignoring any pensions, before looking at how to resolve issues around any children, and the importance of a parenting plan.

To close, they explore people’s options if they cannot afford a lawyer, how you can use a lawyer for certain elements of the process to save money, for example initial advice or help with a consent order application, the perils of low-cost online services offering ‘quickie divorces’, and how mediation can help.

Additional resources

Where do I start? A beginner’s guide to divorce: https://youtu.be/EhFpi8K9VZQ
Dealing with pensions in divorce: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oz2h2QcU82M
Taking control of your finances on separation - https://youtu.be/CIp6n4pgd9k Representing yourself in the family court: https://youtu.be/dZJnKIbZ2ok
How mediation can help you separate: https://youtu.be/c3S6BERlqpU

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