Season 1

This week on A Lawyer and Mediator Walk into a Bar, Dianne and Paula explore "Grey Divorce" separations that occur later in life. They discuss the unique challenges faced by older couples going through divorce, such as dividing long-term assets, navigating retirement...

This week on A Lawyer and Mediator Walk into a Bar, Dianne and Paula dive into the topic of Binding Financial Agreements (BFA). They discuss the importance of having a BFA in place to protect assets and ensure financial clarity in relationships. The hosts also...

In this week's episode of A Lawyer and Mediator Walk into a Bar, we continue the conversation from last week’s episode, where we explored how children are included in the family mediation process. This week, we shift focus to the litigation side, examining how...

This week on A Lawyer and a Mediator Walk into a Bar, Dianne and Paula explore the sensitive topic of how children are included in the family law process. They discuss the ways in which children’s voices are heard, the importance of their wellbeing in legal...

This week on A Lawyer and a Mediator Walk into a Bar, Dianne and Paula delve into the significance of 60i certificates in family law. They’ll unpack the role these certificates play in the mediation process, particularly in disputes related to parenting arrangements,...

In this week’s episode of A Lawyer and a Mediator Walk into a Bar, Dianne and Paula, talk about the separation from two distinct perspectives. Paula breaks down the legal ins and outs, focusing on rights, responsibilities, while Dianne explores the emotional side of...

In this week's episode of A Lawyer and Mediator Walk into a Bar, our hosts focus on the critical role of disclosure and discovery in the context of family separation and mediation. They discuss the importance of transparency when separating couples exchange financial...

In this week's episode of A Lawyer and Mediator Walk into a Bar, our hosts take a dive into the legal intricacies of family separation. They explore the various pathways that separating couples can take, from the initial stages of seeking early legal advice to...

In this week’s episode, Dianne and Paula continue their exploration of family law, focusing on the crucial topics of family plans and family agreements. They discuss how these agreements can provide clarity and stability in various family situations and the roles both...