<p>In this episode of The Candid Divorce Lawyer, Kimberley Davies is joined by Family Solicitor Kate Lewis to explore important financial matters following a separation. They cover topics such as financial disclosure, legal entitlements, interim financial arrangements, and the value of seeking early legal and financial guidance.</p><p><br></p><p>Kate addresses:</p><p>- What are the first financial steps to take after a separation, and why is full financial disclosure so important?</p><p>- How should interim financial arrangements for bills, mortgages, and shared accounts be handled during separation?</p><p>- What legal protections exist for joint bank accounts, credit cards, and occupation of the family home?</p><p>- Can one partner be forced to leave the family home, and what are the legal challenges involved?</p><p>- How are assets and debts divided fairly when there is no legal agreement in place?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode: </p><p>00:00 Introduction to Family Solicitor Kate Lewis</p><p>02:59 Handling bills and mortgages during separation</p><p>05:01 Safeguarding joint accounts and credit card debts</p><p>06:51 Understanding your rights to occupy the family home</p><p>10:06 Fairly dividing assets and debts after separation</p><p>13:10 Navigating finances and emotions post-separation</p><p>16:59 Crucial steps: avoiding pitfalls and getting early legal guidance</p><p><br></p><p>Loved this episode? </p><p>Subscribe on Spotify, Apple or Amazon Music </p><p>Leave a 5⭐ review – it helps more people benefit from this podcast or please share with someone contemplating separation or divorce </p><p><br></p><p>Follow us on: </p><p>Instagram: @candiddivorcelawyer </p><p>TikTok: @candiddivorcelawyer </p><p>Website: www.candiddivorcelawyer.com</p>