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Divorce, Parenting and Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers
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Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers is your go-to source for calm, clear guidance on separation, parenting arrangements, financial settlements, mediation, and more.Hosted by Lauren Wilson, Founder and Director of Village Family Lawyers, each episode unpacks real questions faced by families during major life transitions — with compassion, legal expertise, and a focus on child and family wellbeing.Whether you’re exploring mediation, preparing for court, or trying to understand your rights, this podcast offers practical insights to help you move forward
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Child Custody in Australia: What Actually Gets Decided
Who gets the children when parents separate in Australia? There is no rule that children go to one parent, and no preference based on whether you are their mother or their father. Village Family Lawyers explains what is actually decided, and why custody is not the term Australian family law uses...
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How to Choose a Family Lawyer: Three Things You Can Check
How do you choose a family lawyer when every practice describes itself in the same language? Village Family Lawyers sets out three things that can actually be verified, and onequestion worth asking that rarely appears on any website. This episode explains what the Law Institute of Victoria's...
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Are Family Trust Assets Included in a Property Settlement?
Are family trust assets included in a property settlement in Australia? They can be, and the answer has far less to do with ownership than most people expect. Village Family Lawyers explains the two questions family law actually asks: who controls the trust and who benefits from it, and why the...
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Binding Financial Agreement or Consent Orders: Which One Do You Need?
Binding financial agreement vs consent orders is the decision most people reach only after the hard conversations are already done. Village Family Lawyers explains what actually separates the two, why one is checked by a court and the other never is, and what each can do that the other cannot.…
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My Ex Controls the Money: What to Do When You Don’t Know What You Own
My ex controls the money and knows more about our finances. It is one of the most common positions people findthemselves in at separation, and one of the most misunderstood. Village Family Lawyers explains why financial disclosure is a legal obligation in an Australian property matter rather than…
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Can I Be Legally Separated While Still Living Under the Same Roof?
Moving out isn't always possible when a relationship ends.Village Family Lawyers explains that Australian family law recognises separation under one roof as a valid form of legal separation — and that separation is defined by intention and conduct, not by where you live. This episode covers: what...
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First Steps After Separation in Victoria: What to Do Now
Time limits, financial rights, and why early advice changes everything The weeks after separation carry legal consequences mostpeople don't see coming. Village Family Lawyers explains the steps that matter most in Victoria: documenting the date of separation, understanding your financial rights...
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How Is Property Divided After Separation in Australia?
How is property divided after separation in Australia? The short answer is: not automatically, and never by formula. Village Family Lawyers walks through the four-step legal framework that governs every property settlement — what goes into the property pool, how contributions are…
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Financial Abuse and Property Settlement: Recognising Control and Understanding Your Options
Financial abuse is rarely loud. More often, it is the quiet control of money, information and decisions, and it does not simply stop when a relationship ends. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property Matters, Village Family Lawyers explains how coercive control and financial abuse can...
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Preparing for Family Law Mediation — Walking In Calm, Clear and Confident
Preparing for family law mediation can feel overwhelming, especially when you are tired and unsure what is fair. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property Matters, Village Family Lawyers explains how to walk into mediation calm, clear and confident. We start with the question that…
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Business Owners and Divorce: When Your Business Partner Is Not Your Life Partner
When you own a business, separation can affect more than your family finances. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property Matters, Village Family Lawyers explains what can happen when your business partner is not your life partner, and why divorce can still affect a business even when…
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Early Family Law Advice: The Quiet Step That Can Prevent Bigger Problems Later
Speaking with a family lawyer early does not mean you are starting a fight, taking formal action or committing to a pathway before you are ready. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property Matters, Village Family Lawyers explains why early family law advice can help protect your peace of...
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Cryptocurrency and Divorce: What Happens to Digital Assets in a Property Settlement?
Cryptocurrency is becoming more common in Australian family law property settlements, especially for professionals, business owners, investors and clients with complex asset structures. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property Matters, Village Family Lawyers explains how cryptocurrency...
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Business Ownership and Divorce: What You Need to Know
If you own a business and you are separating from your partner, your situation is more complex than most. And the decisions made early in the process, before valuations are commissioned and before positions have hardened, have a disproportionate impact on what is possible later. In this episode…
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AI in Family Law: Why Human Judgment Still Matters
Artificial intelligence has become part of how many peopleapproach a separation. They search AI tools for answers, use them to understand legal terms, and sometimes rely on them to draft documents. In this episode of the Divorce, Parenting and Property Podcast, we take an honest look at where AI...
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Mediation in Victoria: What It Is, What Happens, and How to Prepare
If you are facing separation, there is a good chance mediation has already come up. But what does it actually involve, and is it just something you have to get through before the real legal process starts? In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property: Legal Insights by Village Family…
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Can I Separate Without A Divorce?
Many people are surprised to learn that separation and divorce are not the same thing. In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers - Divorce, Parenting and Property Podcast - Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we talk through one of the most common early questions we hear from clients:...
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Are Parenting Plans Enforceable?
When separated parents reach an agreement about the care arrangements for their children, a parenting plan can feel like a sensible and reassuring next step. But many parents are surprised to learn that a parenting plan is not the same as a court order. In this episode of the Village Family…
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Spousal Maintenance Guide: Who Can Apply and How Does It Work?
Spousal maintenance is one of the most misunderstood financial issues after separation. Many people assume it is the same as property settlement, or that it only applies in limited circumstances. In reality, it can be a very important issue where one person is unable to adequately support...
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What Every Woman Should Understand About Finances Before Separation | Village Family Lawyers
In this episode, we discuss what every woman should understand about finances before separation, based on real experiences advising clients across Mount Eliza, Malvern, the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne. Many women enter separation without full visibility over superannuation, business...
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How Is My Business Treated in a Separation in Victoria? | Village Family Lawyers
If you own a business and separation becomes a possibility, one of the first questions you may ask is how that business will be treated. In this episode, we explain how businesses are assessed in family law in Victoria, including sole traders, companies, partnerships and trust structures. We...
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What People Often Get Wrong in Property Settlement Negotiations by Village Family Lawyers
Property settlement negotiations often begin earlier than people expect. In this episode, Village Family Lawyers explains the common early mistakes people make, how informal discussions and power imbalance can affect outcomes, and when early legal advice can help you move forward with confidence....
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Preparing for Family Law Mediation
Family law mediation can take place at many stages — before separation, after separation, or while navigating divorce. In this episode, Village Family Lawyers explores five common mistakes people make when preparing for family law mediation, and how thoughtful preparation can help you feel more...
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The First 30 Days After Separation: What to Focus On When It Was Unplanned - A Practical Checklist
Separation doesn’t always come with time to prepare. In this episode, Village Family Lawyers walks through the first 30 days after an unplanned separation, week by week. We discuss stability, children, financial imbalance, control dynamics, and when early legal advice can help you move forward...
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Understanding the Asset Pool: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think After Separation
In this episode of The Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers Podcast, we explain how the asset pool works in family law and why timing after separation can significantly affect financial outcomes. We explore common misconceptions, real-world examples involving...
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Why Working With a Specialist Family Law Firm Matters
Family law is not a general area of practice. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting and Property - Insights podcast by Village Family Lawyers, we explain why working with a specialist family law firm can provide clarity, protection, and confidence during separation. Learn how specialist…
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How to Keep Family Law Costs in Check Without Compromising Outcomes
Family law costs are rarely just about hourly rates. In this episode of Village Family Lawyers Divorce, Parenting and Property - Legal Insights podcast, we explain how strategy, preparation, emotional readiness, and choosing the right pathway can help keep family law costs in check while…
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Mediation: A Calmer Way to Start the New Year
If the holiday season has felt emotionally overwhelming, mediation may offer a calmer way forward. In this episode, we explain how mediation works and how Village Family Lawyers supports clients before, during and after the mediation process. We also share how our legally trained, nationally...
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Five Ways to Reduce Conflict Over Christmas After Separation
Christmas can feel overwhelming after a separation. In this episode, we share five practical ways to reduce conflict over Christmas after separation, including how to communicate calmly, set clear expectations and support your children’s wellbeing. We also explain how mediation can help you enter...
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Managing Holiday Parenting Arrangements Calmly and Fairly
Christmas can feel overwhelming when you’re navigating parenting arrangements after separation. In this episode, we share calm, practical steps to help you plan ahead, communicate clearly, support your children’s wellbeing,and reduce conflict. If communication becomes difficult or plans feel...
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Relocation & Long-Distance Parenting | Navigating Moves After Separation in Victoria
Relocating after separation can be complicated — especially when children are involved. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we unpack what happens when a parent wants to move house, move interstate, or move overseas. You’ll learn: How...
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How to Reach a Fair Property Settlement Without Going to Court in Victoria | Family Law Explained
Separation is challenging enough without the stress of dividing assets. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we explain how to achieve a fair property settlement without going to court in Victoria. You’ll learn: What a property settlement...
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Parenting Plans for Children with Special Needs | Legal Guidance for Families
When your child has special needs, a parenting plan must go beyond standard arrangements. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we explain how to design parenting plans that truly meet your child’s individual requirements. You’ll learn: How...
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Why Mediation Is the Smartest First Step After Separation | Divorce, Parenting & Property
When separation happens, it’s natural to feel unsure about where to start. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we explain why mediation is often the smartest and most respectful first step. You’ll learn: How mediation helps resolve...
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High-Asset Divorce: How to Protect Your Business, Trusts, and Investments
Separation is challenging enough — but if you’re a business owner, investor, or managing family trusts, divorce can feel even more overwhelming. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we explore the complexities of high-asset divorce and…
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Binding Financial Agreements vs Consent Orders: Protecting Your Future After Separation
Separation brings uncertainty — especially about money, property, and what your financial future will look like. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we unpack one of the most common questions our clients ask: what’s the difference between…
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How Lawyer-Assisted Mediation Works | Divorce, Parenting & Property
Mediation can be a faster, calmer, and more affordable way to resolve family law issues — especially when your lawyer is by your side. In this episode of Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers, we explain how lawyer-assisted mediation works, when it’s most...
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Parenting Arrangements After Separation | Family Law in Victoria
After separation, one of the biggest questions parents face is: what happens with the kids? In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance Podcast, we break down how parenting arrangements are made under Victorian family law — and what you need to know to create a plan that...
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Court vs Mediation: What’s Right for Your Family Law Matter?
Wondering whether to start with mediation or head to court? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance Podcast, we walk you through the differences between family court proceedings and mediation — and how to decide which path suits your unique situation....
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Divorce vs Separation in Australia: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Divorce and separation aren't the same — and understanding the difference can save you time, stress, and costly mistakes. In this episode, we explain what separation really means (even if you're still living together), when you can apply for divorce, and how each stage affects your legal rights....
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Navigating Property Settlement After Divorce: A Guide for Informed Decision-Making
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights & Guidance podcast, we’re diving into one of the most crucial—and often misunderstood—steps after separation or divorce: property settlement. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the financial side of separation, this episode is designed to give...
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Parenting Plan After Separation: What You Need to Know
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance podcast, we’re unpacking one of the most important tools for co-parents navigating separation: the parenting plan. Whether you’ve just separated or are starting to prepare for life in two households, having a clear…
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Legal Insight: Separation Process in Victoria — What You Need to Know
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance podcast, we’re tackling one of life’s most challenging transitions—separation and divorce. Whether you’re contemplating separation or already navigating the process, this episode offers clear, practical guidance tailored to...
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The Critical Importance of Court Orders and Binding Agreements in Property Settlements
In this episode, we break down the critical importance of court orders and Binding Financial Agreements in property settlements after separation. Too often, people rely on informal or verbal agreements—only to face unexpected claims, debt liability, or costly disputes years later. We’ll walk you...
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How the New Property Settlement Rules Impact Families and Their Future Homes
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance podcast, we explore why relying on informal property agreements after separation can lead to serious legal and financial consequences. You’ll hear real scenarios where couples thought they were protected—only to discover years...
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How Divorce Affects Children Emotionally: What Every Parent Should Know
When families separate, children are often the silent observers of major emotional change. In this episode, we explore how divorce affects children emotionally, what behaviours to look out for, and how parents can offer the right support. From toddlers to teens, we unpack the real-world impact of...
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The Truth About Financial Disclosure When Separating
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Podcast, we’re unpacking the new legal duty of financial disclosure for separating couples in 2025. With updates to the Family Law Act, disclosing your full financial situation is no longer acourtesy — it’s the law. We explain what this change means,...
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Exploring the Economic Impact of Family Violence on Property Settlements: Insights from a Property Settlement Lawyer
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance Podcast, we explore how the 2025 family law reforms recognise the economic impacts of family violence on property settlements. Learn how economic abuse — including financial control, hidden debts, and sabotaged careers — can now...
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Beyond Equal Time: New Approaches to Parenting Arrangements After the 2024 Reforms
In this episode of the Village Family Lawyers Insights and Guidance Podcast, we explore the 2024 family law reforms and what they mean for parenting arrangements after separation. The removal of the presumption of equal shared parental responsibility marks a major shift towards flexible,...
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Family Law Property Changes from 10 June 2025: What Separating Couples Need to Know
Major changes to Australia’s property settlement laws are coming into effect on 10 June 2025—are you prepared? In this episode, Village Family Lawyers breaks down what these reforms mean for separating and divorcing couples, especially those with complex financial situations. We cover the new...
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Divorce, Parenting & Property – Legal Insights from Village Family Lawyers is your go-to source for calm, clear guidance on separation, parenting arrangements, financial settlements, mediation, and more.Hosted by Lauren Wilson, Founder and Director of Village Family Lawyers, each episode unpacks real questions faced by families during major life transitions — with compassion, legal expertise, and a focus on child and family wellbeing.Whether you’re exploring mediation, preparing for court, or trying to understand your rights, this podcast offers practical insights to help you move forward
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