Medics Money podcast Ep 318: Divorce.
Mar 31, 2026
Karen Wilson, a family lawyer with over 30 years at Talbots Law, explains legal timelines and what to expect in divorce proceedings. She covers how finances and children are handled, ways to avoid court, the importance of NHS pension reports, disclosure of private income, will updates, and risks of buying assets before settlement. Practical timing, safeguards, and communication are highlighted.
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Some Steps You Can Do Yourself
- Many parts of the divorce can be handled by clients themselves, but solicitors are essential for complex finances or children.
- Karen Wilson: the new no-fault divorce is transactional, yet lawyers remain needed when outcomes affect long-term needs.
Plan For Lengthy Financial And Child Settlements
- Expect the simple divorce to take about six months but financial and children matters can take 9–12+ months.
- Karen Wilson warns family courts are busy and contested matters or hearings lengthen timelines significantly.
Use Mediation And Collaborative Law To Avoid Court
- Try to avoid court by negotiating, using mediation, or collaborative law to reduce contact and costs.
- Karen Wilson explains mediation is neutral (not legal advice) and courts provide safeguards where domestic abuse risks exist.