Balancing the Unbalanced: Navigating Divorce When the Scales Seem Tilted: 9 Scenarios

Are you currently navigating a challenging divorce situation, dealing with an ex-partner who seems like a special case? Worried it might be game over before you’ve even had a chance to get what is fair? Well in this episode we will walk you through 9 scenarios that are commonly worried about during divorce.  

• Asset Concealment and Non-Disclosure: What to do when your ex is hiding assets.

• High-Conflict Exes: Strategies for managing highly contentious situations.

• Claims of Total Ownership: How to handle an ex who insists they're entitled to everything.

• Short De Facto Relationships: Navigating divorces in shorter-term relationships.

• Complex Trusts and Business Entities: Deciphering the complexities when assets are tangled in trusts and businesses.

• Honey Traps and Coercive Control: Escaping manipulative, controlling situations.

• Narcissistic Exes: Strategies for dealing with classic narcissistic behaviour in divorce proceedings.

• Ex’s that you are worried will outsmart you in the end

• Wealthy and Powerful Exes: Understanding your rights when your ex holds the financial power.

Listen to this episode to alleviate some of that worry as you get educated on the power of the family court and the power within yourself. 

Uncover the secrets, tips, and strategies for each of these scenarios. We promise you'll leave feeling a lot better about your situation. Discover what steps to take next. Hit that play button and empower yourself to thrive amidst the challenges of divorce.

Please note this is general education only, this is not legal advice. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different. 

 

You Don’t Want to Miss Out On

1. What do you do if your ex's family has money, and you can't afford a lawyer?

2. What are dollar-for-dollar orders in the context of legal fees?

3. How can you deal with a situation where your ex is financially controlling you?

4. What happens if your ex has put all assets into trusts and legal entities?

5. Is a short de facto relationship entitled to a property settlement?

6. What should you do if your ex insists that you're not entitled to anything?

7. How do you handle a high-conflict or narcissistic ex in legal proceedings?

8. What are some common reasons people give for avoiding divorce proceedings?

9. What happens when one party wants to move on with their life, but the other party is dragging their feet?

10. How can you handle situations where one party is trying to delay or stall the divorce process?

11. Is it a good idea to use delay tactics in divorce proceedings?

12. How can you protect yourself from financial harm when going through a divorce?

13. What can you do if you're concerned about your ex-spouse selling or transferring assets during the divorce?

14. How do you navigate divorce when one party is emotionally volatile and prone to arguments?

15. What should you do if your ex-spouse is refusing to cooperate with the divorce process?

16. Are there consequences for arguing during divorce proceedings?

17. How can you ensure that your divorce proceedings have an adjudicator and move forward efficiently?

18. What if your ex-spouse is hiding assets, being sneaky, or telling lies during the divorce?

19. Can you find out if someone is hiding assets without them disclosing it?

20. How do you deal with someone who is sneaky and manipulative during divorce proceedings?

21. What if they won't cooperate or disclose financial information?

22. How can you address the issue if your ex is a narcissist?

23. Is it a bad idea to get lawyers involved if you're afraid of negative consequences?

24. What if one party claims that you're not entitled to anything or that it was only a short de facto relationship?

 Balancing the Unbalanced: Navigating Divorce When the Scales Seem Tilted

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DIVORCE ON A BUDGET: How to negotiate, mediate and go to court on a shoestring

 

DIY Divorce Disclosure and Discovery, for property settlement & child support

 

The Narcissist Playbook in Divorce

 

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If you need emergency help you can also contact:

• WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE 

• LEGAL AID

• Lifeline 13 11 14

• Mensline Australia 1300 789 978

• Kids Help Line 1800 551 800

• Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123

• Relationships Australia 

• Police on 000

• DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill

• DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636

• National DV line on 1800 737 732.1800RESPECT 1800 737 732

 

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Please note this is general education only this is not legal advice. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.