Show Notes
Separation can feel overwhelming — especially in the first few weeks when emotions, parenting concerns, finances and practical decisions all collide at once.
In this new episode of The Ex-Files - The Divorce and Separation Podcast, Australian family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald discuss the most important things to focus on in the first 30 days after separation.
They cover practical safety considerations, communicating with children, protecting important financial information, managing conflict, and the legal mistakes people commonly make early after separation.
This episode is designed to provide calm, practical guidance for people navigating one of the most difficult periods of their lives.
In this episode, we discuss:
• What to do immediately after separation. • Safety and family violence concerns. • Separation under one roof. • Protecting financial information and important documents. • Parenting and supporting children through separation. • Property settlement considerations. • When to seek legal advice. • Common mistakes to avoid in the early stages.
Key Takeaways
• Prioritise safety for yourself and your children. • Avoid making major legal or financial decisions in the heat of emotion. • Gather important financial and personal documents early. • Keep children out of adult conflict wherever possible. • Good early advice can help prevent expensive mistakes later.
Chapters
00:05 – Introduction to The Ex-Files 01:07 – Navigating the First 30 Days of Separation 02:24 – Safety and Practical Considerations During Separation 06:35 – Stabilizing the Situation for Children 09:51 – Understanding the Grief Cycle in Separation 11:31 – Financial Preparations for Separation 15:07 – Legal Aspects of Divorce and Separation 16:59 – Navigating Separation Under One Roof 19:32 – The Importance of Legal Advice During Separation 23:31 – Understanding Power Dynamics in Relationships 24:53 – Addressing Family Violence and Safety Concerns 28:45 – What Not to Do After Separation 31:33 – Planning for the Future Post-Separation
Resources
• 1800RESPECT – https://www.1800respect.org.au • Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law section) - https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/fl • Services Australia – https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au
Contact (Email)
• Alex Wynn – [email protected] • Liza Friedwald – [email protected]
Keywords
family law, separation, divorce, Australian family law, parenting arrangements, property settlement, separation advice, first 30 days after separation, family violence, children and separation, legal advice, separation under one roof
Disclaimer
This podcast provides general educational information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain advice specific to your circumstances before making legal or financial decisions.
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