Summary:

The first step once you've decided to divorce is to get prepared. Being prepared before you separate can help you streamline and shorten your divorce process, saving money and drama. Lyn the Family Lawyer describes what needs to be done, how and why. Lyn discusses with Laura what has happened to clients in the past and how to try and avoid this happening to you by following her tips.

You don't want to miss:

• Practical steps to take before you leave.
• Information on how and what to gather to take to your lawyer.
• Our checklist on what to gather and document.
• What to do with your bank accounts, insurance and mortgage records.
• What to do if it is too late and you've already left.

Links and resources:

• Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcecourse

• Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thedivorcecoursepodcast

• 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732

• Lifeline 13 11 14

• Mensline Australia 1300 789 978

• Kids Help Line 1800 551 800

• Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123

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