The Divorce Course Podcast
This Mother and Daughter duo discuss and cover the legal stages and steps that you will face on your way to freedom through divorce. These are practical and real discussions with Lyn Galvin a family lawyer of 35 years experience and her daughter Laura a divorced mother of three. Laura helps turn her mother's lawyer jargon into something everyone will understand. Lyn shares all her tips and practical advice on separating. Through this podcast they aim to help you through your Australian divorce or de-facto separation to make it more cost effective and less stressful. instagram @thedivorcecourse
Episodes
Listen to this Episode If You:
💔 Feel like the divorce process is dragging on and you’re running on empty
⚖️ Need legal strategies to slow things down without giving up entirely
🛡️ Want practical ways to protect your emotional energy
👶 Are trying to stay strong for your children while navigating court or mediation
💬 Need a pep talk (with a legal twist) to help you keep going
If you’ve ever thought, “I ...
Listen to This Episode If You…
🔍 Are heading into mediation and want to feel prepared, not panicked
⚖️ Want to make smart decisions about property and parenting outcomes
🧠 Have heard of BATNA but don’t quite know what it means or how to use it
🚪 Are unsure what your “walk-away” option looks like in negotiations
💬 Feel pressured to agree to something that doesn’t feel fair or safe
🧾 Want to understand your options ...
Listen to This Episode If You:
🧠 Are considering seeing a psychologist during your separation
😨 Worry your ex might access your private or your child’s counseling records
📜 Want to understand the new Family Law Act changes around protected confidences
⚖️ Need clarity on subpoenas and how courts decide what’s relevant
💔 Fear that private health or therapy records could be weaponized against you
👩👧👦 Want to pro...
Listen to This Episode If You…
📂 Just received your ex’s disclosure and don’t know where to start
🧐 Want to know how to spot missing documents or sneaky omissions
💻 Are overwhelmed by pages of financial statements and legal jargon
🔎 Need practical tips for reviewing their disclosure without burning out
⚖️ Want to understand what “full and frank disclosure” actually means
💔 Are worried your ex might b...
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You…
💔 You’re worried your ex is badmouthing you during divorce
⚖️ Want to know how false allegations and smear campaigns affect family court
🧠 Need strategies to protect your mental health from the gossip
📚 Want practical legal and emotional steps to respond to defamation
😢 Feel isolated because family and friends are bel...
Listen to This Episode If You:
✉️ You’re self-represented in your family law matter
🤯 You’re feeling overwhelmed trying to respond to legal letters
⚖️ You’re unsure of your rights when communicating without a lawyer
📬 You need tips for writing clear, respectful, and protective responses
🚨 You’ve been told you must respond but don’t know where to start
...🎧 Listen to This Episode If You…
🧾 Are trying to prove family violence in family court or to your lawyer
💔 Have experienced abuse and need to understand what counts under the law
⚖️ Want to know what evidence is helpful in a family law case
🕵️♀️ Are navigating post-separation abuse or coercive control
👨👩👧 Are worried about your children being ex...
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You:
💸 Are weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling or renting post-divorce
⚖️ Need to understand how your living decisions affect property settlement under family law
👨👧 Are parenting and want to make housing choices that work for your kids
🏡 Just separated and unsure about where to live
📉 Are worried about financial risk an...
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You…
😢 Feel like your ex is still trying to control you, even after the breakup
🧠 Want to understand how emotional abuse can continue post-separation
🛡️ Need strategies to protect your mental health during negotiations
⚖️ Are co-parenting with someone who is manipulative or abusive
👂 Want to learn what psychologists say about responding calmly and firmly
💔 Are feeling exhausted, anxiou...
🎙️ Episode 198: The Hidden Costs of Doing Nothing – Why Waiting in Limbo Might Be Hurting You
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You:
🔁 Feel stuck or overwhelmed since separating
📅 Keep delaying property or parenting decisions
💔 Are hoping things might just “work out” without action
💸 Worry about legal costs or can’t afford a lawyer yet
🛑 Feel like taking action will start a figh...
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You:
🚪 You’re about to go to mediation and don’t know what to expect
📝 You want to know what documents and disclosures you actually need
😵💫 You’re anxious about seeing your ex in the same room
🧠 You want practical tips to mentally and emotionally prepare
⚖️ You want to give yourself the best chance of settling
👀 You’re worried your ex is manipulative or controlling
...
🎧 Listen to This Episode If You:
💼 You're negotiating your super split after divorce in Australia
🧐 You've been told “let’s just equalise super — it’s fair”
😵💫 You’re confused about what super is worth vs. cash
💸 You’re worried about being left worse off long-term
🧾 You’ve made non-financial contributions (like parenting or homemaking)
One of the most underestimated parts of separation are— settlement offers. Whether you’re negotiating parenting arrangements, property division, or both, knowing how and when to make (or respond to) an offer can save you stress, time, and serious money.
We break down how settlement offers work, when to consider using Calderbank letters, how Section 117C of the Family Law Act affects legal costs, and the em...
Major Changes Are Coming to Family Law in Australia – Here’s What You’ll want to Know
In this episode, I sit down with my mum Lyn, our favourite straight-talking family lawyer—to unpack the biggest Family Law changes coming into effect on June 10, 2025.
We dive into how these legal reforms will impact property settlements, family violence considerations, companion animals (yes, pets!), ...
Are you trying to figure out how to divide the property after your separation or divorce? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with my mum, but also an experienced family lawyer — and we walk you through the eight most common ways people settle property in Australia.
Whether you’re hoping to keep the house, want a clean break, or are totally confused by super splitting, we’re breaking it all down for yo...
In this eye-opening and practical episode,a seasoned family lawyer helps to unpack the 10 most frequently asked questions about child custody in Australia.
Whether you're fresh out of a breakup, preparing for court, or trying to figure out what your rights are, this episode is packed with general education and emotional clarity every separated parent needs. From understanding how courts decide who gets cus...
Feeling trapped in limbo while waiting for your property settlement to go through? You’re not alone — and there may be a way out.
In this episode, I’m joined again by my mum, Lynette Galvin — a family lawyer with over 35 years of experience — and we’re talking about a powerful but underused legal option called early distribution of funds.
This is a game-changer for anyone financially stuck dur...
Are you? Learn about the signs of economic or financial abuse, hear some real-life examples of how economic abuse manifests in relationships and practical steps you can take to protect yourself and your financial future. Find out how it is legally recognized under the Australian Family Law Amendment Act 2024, and why it’s considered a form of coercive control. Also find out about the new laws effective from June 2025 a...
Think you know what divorce looks like in Australia? Think again. In this episode, we're busting some of the most common myths that trip people up emotionally, financially, and legally during separation and divorce. Whether you’re at the start of your journey or knee-deep in negotiations, these misunderstandings could be holding you back or costing you big.
Join Laura and her mum, Lynette Galvin — a family...
💰 Is your ex hiding assets? Are they draining joint accounts, concealing super, or transferring money to family and friends? You're not alone, and there are legal ways to uncover what's yours.
Learn about the most common ways people try to hide assets in divorce, including trust funds, cash jobs, disappearing assets, and hidden overseas accounts. Find out how the Australian Family Court courts hand...
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