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Episode 54: How to prepare for a family court hearing

March 03, 2025 • Stowe talks • Season 6 • Episode 54

Going to the family court can be overwhelming, and cause high levels of stress, fear and confusion. Learning how to prepare and understand what will happen can help reduce anxiety and build resilience to navigate the day and deal with unexpected issues along the way.

Leading divorce consultant Rhiannon Ford joined hosts Matt & Liza for this episode to share her tips and advice on how to prepare emotionally and practically for a family court hearing.

00:38 Introductions to Rhiannon

01:24 What do people fear about the family court?

02:58 The different types of family court hearings

03:15 How to prepare for the first hearing

09:20 How to prepare for the second hearing

15:43 How to prepare for the final hearing

24:12 Rhiannon’s three top tips to prepare for a family court hearing

Additional resources

The role of the family court: https://bit.ly/480zrlh
The dangers of a DIY divorce: https://bit.ly/3Tsvql7
Representing yourself in the family court (podcast): https://bit.ly/472zXhd
How to represent yourself in the family court (video): https://youtu.be/1i4cD8bZYcM
How to manage child hearings in the family court: https://youtu.be/gYg86a-A_l0
How to get a financial consent order: https://youtu.be/-FlSjw4tTXM

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