The Ex-Files - The Divorce and Separation Podcast
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<p><b>The Ex-Files: The Divorce and Separation Podcast</b></p><p></p><p>Separation can feel overwhelming, confusing and lonely. The Ex-Files is an Australian podcast designed to help you navigate divorce, separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements and other family law issues with confidence.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by experienced family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald, each episode explores the legal, practical and emotional aspects of separation in a way that is clear, accessible and easy to understand.</p><p></p><p>We answer the questions people are often too afraid to ask, bust common myths, explain how the family law system works, and share practical tips to help you make informed decisions during one of life's most challenging transitions.</p><p></p><p>Topics include:</p><p></p><p>• The first steps after separation<br />• Parenting arrangements and children's issues<br />• Property settlements and financial separation<br />• Divorce and de facto relationships<br />• Family violence and safety concerns<br />• Mediation and dispute resolution<br />• Child support and financial obligations<br />• Common mistakes and costly traps<br />• Court processes and alternatives to litigation<br />• Practical strategies to reduce conflict and move forward</p><p></p><p>Whether you are considering separation, recently separated, in the middle of a dispute, or supporting someone who is, The Ex-Files provides trusted information to help you understand your rights, your options and the road ahead.</p><p></p><p>Our goal is simple: to help people separate better, make informed decisions, and move forward with greater confidence and less uncertainty.</p><p></p><p><b>New episodes released regularly.</b></p><p></p><p><i>The information discussed in this podcast is general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain independent legal advice about your own circumstances.</i></p>
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August 5, 2026
Settle or Go to Court? How to Choose the Right Path After Separation
<p>Many people approach separation believing they must choose between giving in or fighting all the way to trial.</p><p> </p><p>In reality, the decision to settle or litigate is rarely that simple.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode of The Ex-Files - The Divorce and Separation Podcast, Australian family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald discuss how to choose the right path after separation and why the best decision depends on much more than who is “right”.</p><p> </p><p>They explore risk, legal costs, delay, evidence, emotional drivers, parenting relationships, family violence and the circumstances in which Court proceedings may be necessary.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p> </p><p>• Why settlement does not mean surrendering or accepting an unfair outcome.<br />• How anger, grief and the need for vindication can influence decisions.<br />• Why the Court may not provide the emotional validation someone is seeking.<br />• Comparing the best and worst possible outcomes at Court.<br />• How legal costs can change the real value of “winning”.<br />• Why the strength of the available evidence matters.<br />• Making firm, reasonable offers rather than extreme opening demands.<br />• Finding the “piano” - the issue or asset that may unlock a settlement.<br />• The effect litigation can have on a future co-parenting relationship.<br />• Negotiation, mediation and arbitration as alternatives to trial.<br />• When urgency, non-disclosure or a refusal to engage may make Court necessary.<br />• Family violence, systems abuse and retaining control during negotiations.</p><p> </p><p>Key Takeaways</p><p> </p><p>• The right pathway is different for every family and every dispute.<br />• A sensible decision weighs the likely result against cost, delay, stress and uncertainty.<br />• Your best day in Court only matters if the evidence supports it and the cost of getting there does not outweigh the gain.<br />• Litigation may permanently damage a co-parenting relationship, even if the case settles before trial.<br />• Creative solutions can sometimes resolve disputes that percentages alone cannot.<br />• Court may be necessary where there is urgency, serious risk, non-disclosure, persistent non-engagement or a need for enforceable orders.<br />• Settlement remains possible throughout a case, including after Court proceedings have started.</p><p> </p><p>Chapters</p><p> </p><p>00:00 - Introduction<br />02:20 - Is Settlement or Litigation the Right Path?<br />04:10 - Risk Appetite and Emotional Decision-Making<br />06:27 - The Role of Evidence and Documentation<br />10:57 - Practical Strategies for Settlement and Negotiation<br />17:16 - Parenting Matters and Court Involvement<br />22:49 - Cost Analysis: Court vs. Settlement<br />28:07 - Alternative Dispute Resolution<br />32:02 - Family Violence and Court Processes<br />34:41 - Final Thoughts: When Court is Necessary</p><p> </p><p>Contact (Email)</p><p> </p><p>• Alex Wynn – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au</a><br />• Liza Friedwald – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au</a></p><p> </p><p>Keywords</p><p> </p><p>settle or litigate, family law settlement, family court Australia, divorce, separation, Australian family law, family law litigation, mediation, negotiation, arbitration, parenting disputes, property settlement, legal costs, financial disclosure, family violence, consent orders, parenting orders, co-parenting after separation</p><p> </p><p>Disclaimer</p><p> </p><p>This podcast provides general educational information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain advice specific to your circumstances before making legal or financial decisions.</p>
July 28, 2026
Can Text Messages and Social Media Hurt Your Family Law Case?
<p>A message sent in the heat of the moment can become evidence in a family law dispute.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>The Ex-Files - The Divorce and Separation Podcast</i>, Australian family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald discuss how texts, emails, social media posts, photographs and other digital communications may affect parenting and property matters.</p><p></p><p>They explain why context, relevance and patterns of communication matter - and why a message does not need to be openly abusive to cause problems. Repeated late-night messages, emotional outpourings, baiting and excessive communication may all influence how a person’s behaviour and capacity to co-parent are viewed.</p><p></p><p>The episode also explores screenshots, private social media accounts, posting about Court proceedings, communicating about children online and the risks of entering confidential information into AI tools.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p></p><p>· When texts, emails and social media may become evidence.</p><p>· Why relevance matters when relying on past communications.</p><p>· How message frequency and timing may reveal a pattern of behaviour.</p><p>· The risks of abusive, reactive or emotionally charged responses.</p><p>· Why “private” or disappearing posts may still be captured and shared.</p><p>· Posting photographs or information about children.</p><p>· Restrictions on publishing information about family law proceedings.</p><p>· Keeping parenting communication brief, courteous and child-focused.</p><p>· The risks of sharing confidential case information with AI platforms.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Takeaways</b></p><p> </p><p>· Write for the future reader.</p><p>· The pattern can matter more than one message.</p><p>· Private does not mean protected.</p><p>· Do not try to win the argument by text.</p><p>· Keep communication practical.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p></p><p>00:00 - Introduction<br />02:09 - The Importance of Communication in Family Law<br />03:24 - What Not to Do: Texts and Social Media<br />09:37 - The Role of Emotions in Communication<br />11:13 - Patterns of Communication and Coercive Control<br />16:30 - Legal Implications of Public Communication</p><p>17:38 - Navigating Social Media in Family Law<br />20:28 - The Impact of Digital Footprints on Relationships<br />23:36 - The Role of Evidence in Family Law<br />25:50 - Balancing Communication: Under and Over<br />30:20 - AI in Legal Communications and Final Thoughts</p><p></p><p><b>Contact (Email)</b></p><p></p><p>• Alex Wynn – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au</a><br />• Liza Friedwald – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au</a></p><p></p><p><b>Keywords</b></p><p></p><p>family law Australia, text messages as evidence, social media and family law, communication after separation, parenting disputes, co-parenting communication, family law mistakes, screenshots as evidence, abusive text messages, reactive messages, social media after separation, divorce and separation podcast, Australian family lawyer</p><p></p><p><b>Disclaimer</b></p><p></p><p>This podcast provides general information only and is not legal advice. Obtain advice from a suitably qualified lawyer about your situation.</p>
July 22, 2026
What Actually Happens at Mediation?
<p>Many people assume mediation is an informal discussion where a mediator decides who is right.</p><p></p><p>In reality, mediation is a structured negotiation in which the parties retain control over whether they reach an agreement and what that agreement looks like.</p><p></p><p>In this episode of The Ex-Files – The Divorce and Separation Podcast, Australian family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald explain what happens at family law mediation, how to prepare and why it can be valuable in parenting and property matters.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p></p><p>· What a mediator can and cannot do.</p><p>· Mediation in parenting and property disputes.</p><p>· Choosing a mediator.</p><p>· Preparing disclosure, valuations and realistic offers.</p><p>· Family violence, coercive control and financial abuse.</p><p>· Why aggressive position papers may undermine negotiations.</p><p>· Moving beyond fixed positions to practical outcomes.</p><p>· Partial settlements, parenting plans and interim arrangements.</p><p>· What happens if mediation does not resolve everything.</p><p></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><p></p><p>· A mediator facilitates negotiation but does not impose an outcome.</p><p>· You cannot be forced to accept a proposal and may request a break or end the process.</p><p>· Preparation matters: understand the issues, exchange important disclosure and identify the gap between the parties.</p><p>· Tell the mediator about safety concerns, family violence or power imbalances during intake.</p><p>· Even if every issue is not resolved, narrowing the dispute can reduce future cost and conflict.</p><p>· Bring food and drinks to help you stay focused during what can be a demanding day.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><p></p><p>00:00 - Introduction and Disclaimer</p><p>02:41 - Understanding the Mediation Process</p><p>05:28 - The Role of the Mediator</p><p>07:41 - Preparation for Mediation</p><p>11:16 - Navigating Challenges in Mediation</p><p>13:58 - Safety and Emotional Support</p><p>16:14 - Mediation Intakes</p><p>18:49 - The Role of Position Papers</p><p>21:52 - Effective Communication</p><p>23:47 - Negotiation Strategies</p><p>27:11 - Parenting Mediation Challenges</p><p>30:41 - The Importance of Preparation</p><p>31:45 - Final Takeaways</p><p></p><p>Contact (Email)</p><p></p><p>· Alex Wynn – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">alex.wynn@keypointlaw.com.au</a></p><p>· Liza Friedwald – <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au" target="_blank">liza.friedwald@keypointlaw.com.au</a></p><p></p><p>Keywords</p><p></p><p>family law mediation, family dispute resolution, divorce mediation, separation, parenting mediation, property settlement mediation, shuttle mediation, without prejudice, confidential negotiation, family violence, coercive control, financial abuse, parenting plans, consent orders, settlement offers, family court Australia</p><p></p><p>Disclaimer</p><p></p><p>This podcast provides general educational information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain advice specific to your circumstances before making legal or financial decisions.</p>
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- What is The Ex-Files - The Divorce and Separation Podcast?
<p><b>The Ex-Files: The Divorce and Separation Podcast</b></p><p></p><p>Separation can feel overwhelming, confusing and lonely. The Ex-Files is an Australian podcast designed to help you navigate divorce, separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements and other family law issues with confidence.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by experienced family lawyers Alex Wynn and Liza Friedwald, each episode explores the legal, practical and emotional aspects of separation in a way that is clear, accessible and easy to understand.</p><p></p><p>We answer the questions people are often too afraid to ask, bust common myths, explain how the family law system works, and share practical tips to help you make informed decisions during one of life's most challenging transitions.</p><p></p><p>Topics include:</p><p></p><p>• The first steps after separation<br />• Parenting arrangements and children's issues<br />• Property settlements and financial separation<br />• Divorce and de facto relationships<br />• Family violence and safety concerns<br />• Mediation and dispute resolution<br />• Child support and financial obligations<br />• Common mistakes and costly traps<br />• Court processes and alternatives to litigation<br />• Practical strategies to reduce conflict and move forward</p><p></p><p>Whether you are considering separation, recently separated, in the middle of a dispute, or supporting someone who is, The Ex-Files provides trusted information to help you understand your rights, your options and the road ahead.</p><p></p><p>Our goal is simple: to help people separate better, make informed decisions, and move forward with greater confidence and less uncertainty.</p><p></p><p><b>New episodes released regularly.</b></p><p></p><p><i>The information discussed in this podcast is general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain independent legal advice about your own circumstances.</i></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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