The Family Law Podcast

“I’m so stressed”… But what is stress really? How does it impact our bodies? And what can we do about it? Maria Henty is joined by Samantha Hawkins to explore all things stress.For further information about Samantha's leadership coaching please visit her website: https://www.samantha-hawkins.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark hosts Alvaro Loxton, Hannah Tickle and Victoria Tickle - three of Pump Court's pupils, all of whom (along with their crime specialist co-pupil) were made tenants on their application. The pupils talk all things pupillage, including lessons learned and tips for the next generation. They discuss the positives and also the stress factors which exist not just in pupillage but at the Bar generally, commenting on the recent Bar Council pupil survey. Perhaps of particular interest is their take on what works and what does not work in the family justice system, coming in at entry level and in the case of Alvaro and Hannah, being able to compare it to the criminal and civil courts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria, Samara and Tara of Pump Court join the pod for a special episode celebrating the launch of Pump Court Chambers' cohabitation team. We talk through what the team offers and the wide-ranging role that ENE can play, not just in TLATA or Schedule 1 cases but for suitable child arrangements disputes as well. We also talk through the latest opinions on cohabitation law reform and whether law-makers should allow for an element of personal autonomy when making the much-needed changes proposed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The one you've all been waiting for... The UKSC handed down judgment in Standish v Standish on 2 July and the Family Law Podcast responded by rallying the troops and calling in reinforcements from Alex Brereton at Hunters solicitors to help talk through the ramifications of the Supreme Court's decision. We go through the litigation in the High Court and EWCA (quickly, don't worry) and then come to the meat of the matter and what the Supreme Court decided. We discuss whether it has really helped matters or whether the concept of matrimonialisation is in fact more discretionary than ever. The podcast ends with some invaluable insights from guest counsel Geoffrey Kelly and Maria Henty, as well as from Alex, as to how to run a case where you're seeking to ring-fence assets, or the reverse. A potted summary of a refreshingly short judgment and expert tips - what's not to love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catherine Ellis of Pump Court joins host Mark Ablett for the triumphant return of the Family Law Podcast for its 9th series. This week, the topic for discussion is parental alienation, particularly in light of the FJC guidance issued in December 2024. The podcast talks through the guidance and Catherine gives invaluable tips for running a parental alienation case, or when not to run one. We also discuss the role of experts, in light of the President's decision in Re C and the timing and scope of any instruction in this context. The guidance makes clear that true parental alienation cases are few and far between, but in practice the issue rears its head on a near daily basis - not one to be missed! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special ‘Live from the Connaught’ edition of the podcast, recorded at our Annual Family Finance seminar, Edward Boydell KC interviews Sir Nicholas Francis, recently retired from the Bench, about the life, work and pressures of being a High Court judge.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, the Pump Court Family Law podcast hosted a very special guest, the formidable Samantha Hillas KC from St John’s buildings. Listen to Sam talk to host Tara Lyons about her views on private FDRs and an important emerging pilot aimed at assisting litigants in persons in settling their cases early and at minimum cost. A must listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an all-host affair, Tara Lyons hosts Mark Ablett to discuss his new book about Barder events in financial remedy proceedings. Mark discusses his view on the definitive test for a Barder application, having considered 35 years of case law in writing his book. The pod in particular discusses foreseeability and the seemingly variable standard applied in the case law, depending on what the Barder event is. A worthwhile listen for any financial remedies practitioner and for anyone who wishes to know more, Mark's book is available on Amazon now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Henty of Pump Court joins host Mark Ablett to talk all things Standish following the Court of Appeal's decision early this year. The podcast discusses the concept of matrimonialisation as well as a reality check in terms of how often these arguments will generally be relevant in the run of the mill cases. Maria and Mark give insight as to how they have seen the decision in Standish play out in their own practices, as well as commenting on HHJ Hess' decision of RM v WP, which endorsed Standish in particular in relation to the family home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Mark Ablett is joined by Annie Ward and Rebekah Batt of Pump Court to consider the latest rule changes to encourage NCDR in the Family Court. Annie and Rebekah bring different perspectives, Annie being an arbitrator, Rebekah being at the coalface with cases that ought to explore NCDR but frequently do not due to (misplaced?) costs concerns. The podcast considers how the new rules have applied so far, what further changes might be made and the different forms of NCDR available. Recent cases, e.g. NA v LA [2024] EWFC 113, have made clear that issues such as non-disclosure will not make a case in and of itself unsuitable for NCDR and practitioners need to be aware of Form FM5 and the court's ability to adjourn proceedings for NCDR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Mark Ablett is joined by Graeme Fraser (BBS Law) and Victoria Clarke (Elite Law) to discuss Resolutions Vision for Family Justice, in particular those elements affecting cohabiting couples. Both Graeme and Victoria sit on the Resolution Cohabitation Committee and it will quickly become apparent to listeners what they think of the current state of the law. The pod discusses the need for wholesale change as well as the current deficiencies and frank unfairness in an increasingly out of date Schedule 1 as well as whether child maintenance should be returned to the Family Court's jurisdiction. This is undoubtedly an area of law crying out for change and the podcast was privileged to host two of those at the forefront of this change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following up from our podcast on George's Law, Pump Court was pleased to welcome Keeley Lengthorn of Taylor Rose MW back to the podcast, this time joined by Ashleigh Ulyssess who is an Operations Manager and Sands Befriender. Both were speaking to Imogen Robins in connection with Baby Loss Week. Listeners should be warned that this podcast may be triggering for those who have experienced baby loss. Following up from George's Law, this podcast is also not about family law but it is an important issue which affects families and we hope listeners agree that these incredibly brave women deserve this platform to tell their story and continue to raise awareness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jennifer Lee of Pump Court and star guest, Professor David Hodson OBE, KC (Hons) MCIArb, joint co-founder and senior partner at The International Family Law Group, for a thought-provoking podcast on the Law Commission's review of the laws which determine financial provision on divorce or the ending of a civil partnership.The Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 Act is now 50 years old. Are there problems with the current framework which require reform? What might the options be?This podcast will look at the scope of the Law Commission's work on this topic, and delve into the reasons why some have called for a review, the possible options for reform, the pros and cons, and comparisons with other jurisdictions. Listen to the podcast and let us have your views! Those with questions or comments may contact Jennifer Lee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keeley Lengthorn of Taylor Rose MW speaks to host Imogen Robins about her awe inspiring campaign for statutory leave for baby loss under 24 weeks of pregnancy. Keeley talks frankly about her own experiences which led her to be a campaigner, and listeners should be trigger-warned in relation to baby loss. This is not family law, but it is law affecting families and Keeley's honesty and tenacity makes this a must-listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helen Brander and Edward Boydell discuss top-up child maintenance and the impact of CMX v EJX. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Mark Ablett for an enlightening chat with Pump Court's Cordelia Williams about the rise in the practice of nesting in child arrangements cases, as reported by the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/jul/15/birdnesting-divorcing-couples-family-home-turns-childrenThe pod looks at the pros and cons (mainly cons...) of the arrangement, for both children and parents, considering the one recent reported decision on the issue of A, B and C (Children: Nesting Arrangement) [2022] EWCA Civ 68 and with Cordelia providing invaluable insight from handling a multitude of nesting cases recently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coach and facilitator Samantha Hawkins joins host Mark Ablett to talk about the oft-heard but less understood concept of Imposter Syndrome. The podcast looks at whether it is even a syndrome and some of the wider causes which may impact on those feelings in the individual. Samantha then gives some invaluable practical pointers for dealing with Imposter Syndrome both for the individual and also tips for employers/workspaces. Samantha can be found at https://www.samantha-hawkins.com/ and listeners should contact her if they wish to know more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tara speaks to star guests Ros Bever from Irwin Mitchell and Jenna Lucas of Pump Court about set aside applications and the recent Court of Appeal decision of Goddard-Watts v Goddard-Watts [2023] EWCA Civ 115 in which Ros acted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode of the latest series of the Family Law Podcast, Tara is joined by pensions expert, George Mathieson and our very own Edward Boydell to discuss the pension issues, particularly equality of income versus equality of capital, stemming from the well known case in which they both appeared: CMX v EJX [2022] EWFC 136. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Purkis of Pump Court Chambers joins host Mark Ablett to talk through the recent move away from anonymity in financial remedy proceedings, at least before certain judges as well as the forthcoming report of the Transparency Implementation Group. Simon covers the law in broad detail as well as giving his views on where the burden should lie in terms of anonymity. This is an evolving area and there will be a follow up podcast dealing with the report of the Transparency Implementation Group once received. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.