Are you facing a challenging divorce or separation and looking for ways to save on legal fees by doing some of it yourself? Do you want to take control of your situation and handle some aspects independently? Listen to this episode to discover "Five Things You Can Do Yourself Without Lawyers to Keep Your Costs Down." Laura, a divorced mother of three, and her mother Lynette Galvin, a family law expert with 35 years of experience, share practical steps you can manage on your own. From writing letters to attending mediation, this episode is packed with tips to help you navigate some of your separation on your own with confidence. Please note that this podcast provides general education only and is not legal advice. Always seek independent legal advice, as every situation is different. Listen to this episode if you: Are navigating a divorce or de facto separation. Want to reduce your legal costs. Feel overwhelmed by the legal process and want to take proactive steps. Need practical education on handling parts of your divorce independently. Are looking for ways to reduce stress and gain confidence during this challenging time. Are worried that the disclosure process or mediation process is going to drain away all the money you’ve got for legal fees. Smart Divorce Moves: Five Cost-Saving Tasks You Can Handle Key Points: Writing Letters: Tips on how to draft letters to your ex regarding your separation and property settlement. Figuring Out Your Property Pool: Get an overview of how to identify and value your assets and debts. Full Disclosure: Discover the importance of full disclosure and how to gather and organise necessary documents with or without your lawyer. Attending Mediation: Tips on attending mediation without a lawyer and what to expect might happen. Creating Parenting Plans: How to draft a parenting plan. Overcoming Barriers: Build confidence to tackle these tasks independently and save money. Seeking Legal Advice: Reminder to get professional legal advice tailored to your situation when necessary. Please note that this podcast provides general education only and is not legal advice. This is just one lawyer's opinion of the family court's views in Australia. Do not base your case on anything mentioned in this episode unless it is first discussed and approved by your personal lawyer. Always seek independent legal advice, as every situation is different. By listening to this show, you are agreeing that it and the company that runs it are not liable for the outcome of your case.   For Full Show Notes, go to www.thedivorcecourse.com.au/blog For more support, visit www.thedivorcecourse.com.au Episodes Mentioned Can you really mediate with a narcissist? Creating your own parenting orders or parenting plans with the 12 agreements DIY Divorce Disclosure and Discovery, for property settlement & child support   Useful Resources: Click here for our free before you leave checklist  Click here for our free mediation checklist Sign up here for our next free online webinar   Emergency Contacts: 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   Don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on our upcoming practical steps and guidance for your divorce or de facto separation. If you found this episode helpful, please leave a rating and a review to help others. Thank you. Please note that this podcast provides general education only and is not legal advice. Always seek independent legal advice, as every situation is different.