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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Helen Greenfield, an experienced family lawyer and mediator who specialises in supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse. Helen sheds light on the often-overlooked issue of economic abuse in divorce—what it is, how it manifests, and the profound impact it has on victim-survivors navigating the legal system.
We discuss:
– The definition and common signs of economic abuse in the context of separation and divorce.
– Legal protections available for individuals facing economic abuse during divorce proceedings.
– The latest updates from CAFCASS’s Domestic Abuse Practice Policy and what they mean for families.
– Insights from the recent Resolution report on economic abuse, including its key recommendations and practical implications for victim-survivors.
– Challenges and solutions in the financial disclosure process for those affected by economic abuse.
– Access to legal aid: what’s available and what needs improvement.
– Strategies to safeguard victim-survivors who choose to resolve disputes through non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) options like private FDRs.
This conversation is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand the intersection of domestic abuse and family law, and how we can better protect those most vulnerable during divorce.