Episodes
In the latest interview from our series with advertising partners Rayden Solicitors, GMSA presenter Kerry Cobb finds out from solicitor Jodie Moore what it is like when a pandemic occurs in the early stages of your career.
Published 08/21/20
Kerry Cobb speaks to Chloe Ashman from our advertising partner Raydens Solicitors about the laws regarding children and holidays and what happens for separated parents.
Published 07/16/20
Phil Richards interviews Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law about divorce related issues. Here are the questions:
My husband wants a divorce and has locked me out of the house. What are my rights and what should I do?
I have been living with my boyfriend for 16 years. He has proposed to me but wants me to sign a pre nuptial agreement. Is this advantageous?
Is it true I can divorce my husband because I don’t like him anymore and he makes me unhappy?
My wife has transferred her assets...
Published 02/11/20
Kerry Cobb talks to senior solicitor and mediator Donna Payne in our podcast partnership with Sherrards .
This is the 3rd in a series of 4 podcasts and today we discuss Lifetime Giving.
Published 01/23/20
Kerry Cobb talks to Lehna Gardiner about Domestic Abuse and how Rayden Solicitors can help.
Published 01/21/20
Phil Richards interviews Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law on divorce related issues. Here are the questions:
I want to divorce my husband of 6 years. He says that he wants half of everything including half of my personal possessions! This includes gifts he has given to me over the years. Is this possible?
I began divorce proceedings recently but have lost contact with my wife and so has her solicitor. She has sent me a hand written letter saying she has left the country, wants nothing...
Published 11/24/19
Family Law Specialists Rayden Solicitors have teamed up with Radio Verulam to bring you some podcasts full of information on matters that matter to you.
In this first podcast, Claire Wood tells Kerry Cobb all about prenuptial agreements, what they are, who gets one and why?
Published 11/11/19
Phil Richards interviews Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law about divorce related issues. Here are the questions:
· I am divorcing my husband and have run out of money to pay my solicitor mid way through the divorce. What can I do to keep the divorce on track?
· What happens to my marriage certificate when I divorce?
· Can I keep my married name once my divorce is completed?
· My husband is intolerable to live with and has some really bad habits. Could this be grounds for divorce?
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Published 10/28/19
Phil Richards of Verulam in the Morning chats with Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law about divorce related matters. Here are the questions:
My husband has died from a short illness half way through our divorce. What happens here and am I entitled to anything?
I am divorcing my wife and run a self built business with 3 friends who are all directors of the company. My friends are concerned that my wife may have a claim on the business as part of the divorce settlement and they are worried...
Published 10/20/19
In the second podcast of our Your Life and the Law series, Sherrards Solicitor Donna Payne talks us through what happens when someone dies unexpectedly and does not have a valid will. This is a joint collaboration with Sherrards,a leading law firm based in St Albans and London, Radio Verulam and community newspaper Ye Olde Fighting Cocks Times.
Published 10/01/19
Are pre and post nuptial agreements just for millionaires? Apparently not, according to Mary McEvoy of Neves Solicitors. Mary is a partner and head of the family law department at the firm and she explains why a pre or post nuptial agreement might be a good idea. More legal advice from Radio Verulam
Published 07/15/19
We hear from Mary McEvoy about disputes within families about children and what are the key legal points we should be aware of. Mary is a partner at Neves Solicitors and is head of their family department.
Published 07/15/19
There are lots of misconceptions about things like “common law cohabitation” (which doesn’t actually exist!) and what the legal rights are of people living together.
In this podcast we talk to Mary McEvoy, a partner at Neves Solicitors and head of their family law department about this tricky legal area.
Published 07/14/19
Mary McEvoy, a partner at Neves and head of the family department at the firm, talks about the process of getting a divorce and the proposed new “no fault” legislation.
Divorce can be a very difficult time and it is good to know the legal process and pitfalls; Mary explains the process in simple terms and explains what you can do to make the process as stress-free as possible.
Published 07/14/19
Phil Richards of Verulam in the Morning talks to Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law about divorce matters. Here are the questions:
I am divorcing my husband and he has moved to New Zealand. He says he is going to get custody of our 3 children through the New Zealand courts although they live in the UK. Is this possible?
I went travelling with my best friend for 6 weeks only to find that my husband has sold the house for cash and vanished. What can I do?
I divorced my wife 6 months ago...
Published 06/13/19
Phil Richards interviews Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law about divorce related issues. Here are the questions:
I have been married to my husband for 22 years but we are going through a ‘rough patch’. Can a divorce lawyer recommend or even provide mediation to sort our problems out and avoid a divorce?
I am planning to divorce my wife. I was recently introduced to a divorce lawyer when in my local pub. Am I able to check if this person is really a lawyer? Does a national register...
Published 05/03/19
Regular monthly feature with Phil Richards of Verulam in the Morning and Claire McParland of Stowe Family Law. Questions and answer session covering issues surrounding divorce. Here are the questions:
· My wife and I are planning to get divorced and have two children. We cannot agree who the children should live with. What can be done here?
· My wife has left me and is now living with her new boyfriend. She claims to have no money and her boyfriend pays for everything. Would this be...
Published 04/12/19
Phil Richards interviews Claire McParland from Stowe Family Law on divorce and family law matters. Here are the questions:
My boyfriend and I want to get married. We are both 17 years old – are we to young to marry legally?
Do I have to show my divorce papers to the registrar if I want to marry again?
I am in a civil partnership that I now want to leave. How can I dissolve the partnership? Do I have to go through a divorce?
I have agreed to a divorce my wife. Who will be responsible for...
Published 03/10/19
Here are the questions:
I have been divorced for 5 years and pay monthly maintenance to my ex wife for our son and will do until he is 18 as we agreed. He plans to go to University at 18 – will I still have to pay maintenance until he finishes Uni given he will still be in full time education?
I want to get divorced from my husband and re marry. What’s the quickest amount of time I can get divorced?
I have been married for 11 years and now want a divorce. The problem is I cannot find...
Published 02/12/19
Phil Richards interviews Stowe Family Law about divorce. Here are the questions:
Are pre nuptual agreements actually legally enforceable?
My husband has left me without stating a reason and says he is not coming back. Is this grounds for divorce?
I divorced my husband 5 years ago. However we recently met up and have fallen in love again. Can we legally get married a second time?
I have separated from my husband although neither of us wants a divorce. Can we put in place a legal agreement...
Published 01/23/19
Phil Richards interviews Stowe Family Law on Verulam in the Morning. Here are the questions:
My husband has sent me a divorce petition from Australia and I have sent him one at the same time from the UK. Which one should be used? We are both claiming adultery.
I had a religious marriage ceremony 23 years ago although the officiator wasn’t registered to legally marry people. I wish to marry again so do I have to actually divorce before I can do this?
My husband wants a divorce and has moved...
Published 01/08/19
Phil Richards interviews Sarah Snow from Stowe Family Law on Verulam in the Morning. Here are the questions:
How do I register a civil partnership and do I have the same rights as in marriage? Plus how do I dissolve it if it all goes wrong?
Is my house owned before marriage marital property in the case of a divorce?
Following the change in the law I am a women who now wants a civil partnership with my boyfriend. However, 3 years ago I signed a pre-nuptial agreement. What legality does the...
Published 10/23/18