FLiP 35 - Should I Divorce in England & Wales or New Zealand? Comparing Divorce Laws and Financial Remedies
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
Release Date: 04/14/2026
FLiP 35 - Should I Divorce in England & Wales or New Zealand? Comparing Divorce Laws and Financial Remedies
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
David Allison and Jeremy Johnson In this episode, David Allison is joined by leading barrister Jeremy Johnson to compare divorce and financial claims in England and Wales with the system in New Zealand. The discussion focuses on issues relevant to individuals with connections to both jurisdictions. Looking at both jurisdictions, they cover: • Jurisdiction for divorce, including domicile and residency • Financial claims on divorce • Maintenance claims • Claims available to non-married couples • Pre- and post-nuptial agreements • Key differences between England and Wales and...
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FLiP 34 - The “Must Knows” If You Are Considering a Move Abroad With Your Children
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
In this episode and break down the legal steps and practical considerations every parent must know when considering a move abroad with children. This conversation will help you make informed, confident decisions for your family’s future. Their conversation covers: • What are the rules surrounding travelling abroad with children on a short and a long term basis? • What applications can be made to deal with any dispute? • What does the process look like once an application is made? • How do you decide which country deals with any dispute? • What factors will be considered by the...
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FLiP 33 - Should I Divorce in England or France? Comparing Divorce Laws and Financial Remedies
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
Divorcing across borders can feel daunting - especially when the choice of country could shape the outcome especically with regards to the financial settlement. In this episode, David Allison and Isabelle Rein-Lescaterreyes compare the approaches in England & Wales and in France, highlighting the key differences couples should be aware of before deciding where to issue divorce proceedings. Their conversation covers: Jurisdiction for divorce in light of the EU system Issues with sole domicile and The Hague Convention Financial remedy relief in the context of the Matrimonial Property Regime...
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FLiP 32 - International Co-Parenting After Separation
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
Helen Greenfield and Chloe Oudiz meet to discuss international, long-distance co-parenting. With insights from their respective experiences, they provide practical tips on how to approach long distance co-parenting. Their conversation covers: Jurisdiction issues which come to light upon separation Who keeps the passports Contact and time spent with the “long distance” parent Parental responsibility Communicating as co-parents The introduction of a new partner The benefit of mediation Top tips for those thinking of embarking on long-distance co-parenting About the speakers: Helen...
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FLiP 31 - Financial Planning After Separation
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
Precis: Kara Swift and Lucy Taylor meet again to discuss financial planning after separation or divorce. Following their recent conversation on how to move from financial vulnerability to financial resilience, Kara and Lucy discuss finances following separation and divorce. As they explain, the implications of the numbers at the outset can be huge and if you do not have an understanding of the family’s finances it can be dauting. Professionals like Kara and Lucy can help you move forward with confidence. With insights from their respective experience, they provide practical tips...
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FLiP 30 - Moving from Financial Vulnerability to Financial Resilience
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
With the context that only 53% of women feel financially independent, Kara Swift invited Lucy Taylor to discuss her mission to encourage women to make sure they are financially future proofed and strong. In a conversation that focusses on how to move from financial vulnerability to financial resilience, they discuss: The division of decisions within a relationship The difference between being part of a married or unmarried couple How Cohabitation Agreements can provide financial certainty for unmarried women How a pre-nuptial agreement can set the tone for a financially healthy marriage...
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Protecting Children During Court Proceedings - FLiP 29
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
and discuss how to protect children’s mental health when their parents are in family court proceedings, or any process where a third party needs to make a decision for them, such as arbitration. Whether proceedings are about the children themselves, or the parents’ finances, Daniel and Jo agree that both the parents and the lawyers should do as much as possible to insulate children from the process and stress associated with it. They talk about direct ways to look out for children, as well as practical strategies to help parents protect themselves and support everyone’s...
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How do we tell the children we are separating? - FLiP 28
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
In this podcast , a Family Solicitor and Director at Family Law in Partnership, is joined by Couples Therapist and Divorce Consultant to discuss a question they are often asked – How do we tell the children we are separating? Referencing a blog written by Jo, which highlights the ideal situation of parents communicating together, they consider a range of scenarios and topics that lead on from this, including: · Planning the conversation together · Agreeing an age-appropriate narrative...
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Untangling the Mental Load after Divorce and Separation - FLiP27
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
In this episode of the FLiP podcast, Senior Associate and FLiP’s in-house Divorce Consultant and Individual & Relationship Therapist discuss how couples can manage their mental load once they separate. In this wide-ranging discussion, Hannah and Jo look at how tasks within a relationship are often divided and the impact a separation may have on mental load as individuals seek to resume roles which they may have relinquished during the relationship. There is an acknowledgement that many separated parents wish to be seen as a “competent parent” as they move into the next...
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Domestic Abuse: Working with Victims and Perpetrators - FLiP 26
FLiP Talks: Divorce, Separation & Family Law
In this episode of the FLiP podcast, FLiP Director Helen Greenfield, leads a discussion with Chantal Hughes, Chief Executive at The Hampton Trust on the topic of domestic abuse and working with victims and perpetrators. Helen and Chantal cover a wide range of points such as: Who is referred to The Hampton Trust. The interventions offered by The Hampton Trust such as Project CARA. The language surrounding domestic abuse and coercive control. The stigma encompassing domestic abuse. The impacts of abuse on a family, in particular children who as defined by The Domestic Abuse Bill can also be...
info_outlineDavid Allison and Jeremy Johnson
In this episode, David Allison is joined by leading barrister Jeremy Johnson to compare divorce and financial claims in England and Wales with the system in New Zealand. The discussion focuses on issues relevant to individuals with connections to both jurisdictions.
Looking at both jurisdictions, they cover:
About the speakers:
David Allison is a highly regarded family lawyer and accredited mediator. The focus of his practice is financial claims on divorce, particularly those involving jurisdiction disputes, international asset structures, and families with connections to multiple countries. He works closely with overseas lawyers and professionals to coordinate strategies that protect individual’s interests while maintaining a constructive, solutions-focused approach.
Known for his calm and thoughtful style, David combines technical precision with a deep understanding of the human context behind each matter he deals with. He supports people through challenging transitions with clear guidance, helping them move forward with stability and confidence.
David is a member of both the International Academy of Family Lawyers, where he is chair of the Gender Identity and Sexuality Committee and Secretary to the Executive Committee, and the UK & Ireland LGBT Family Law Institute.
Jeremy Johnson is one of New Zealand’s leading barristers. Jeremy is an experienced trial, arbitration and appellate advocate with expertise in relationship property, commercial, shareholder, insolvency, equity and trust law. Jeremy works across the Asia-Pacific region. Jeremy is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), a Fellow of the Arbitrators and Mediators Institute of New Zealand (AMINZ), a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), and a member of the International Trust Arbitration Organisation Advisory Board (ITAO).