Emotional journey
July 20, 2018
37 MIN

How emotions impact the legal process of divorce

In this episode Kate is joined by Nigel Shepherd to discuss how emotions impact the legal process of divorce.

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In this episode Kate is joined by Nigel Shepherd to discuss how emotions impact the legal process of divorce.

About the episode:

The discussion covers the current divorce processes including the concept behind new ways to divorce including Divorce Hotel and the Australian model for divorce. The emotional journey of divorce vs the legal process. Ending the blame game - the case for no-fault divorce, including an overview of Tini Owen’s divorce case. The issue of access to justice, advice, and guidance. What’s got to change to improve the divorce journey for families? How the experience of the divorce as a child – how does it affect younger people who are getting divorced nowadays?

Please note: this episode was recorded before the introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales, and may mention the previous legal system. For accurate information on the legal process of divorce, please visit amicable.co.uk

About our guests:

Nigel Shepherd is a Head of Family Law at Mills and Reeve, and David Leckie is a Global Director of The Divorce Hotel.

More resources:

Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert through the amicable website.

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