Law Talk WA

Season 1 - Episode 2: Separation and divorce - I’ve just separated, what now?

In this episode we move from thinking about separation to the next stage – when people have separated from their partner. We talk about ways to try to work things out amicably with an ex-partner and keeping things out of court, if possible. We also introduce property and children, which will be covered in more depth in later episodes.
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode. 
Legal Aid WA
Great Southern Community Legal Services
Circle Green
Gosnells Community Legal Centre
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 1 - Episode 3: Making arrangements for children

Children are the focus of this episode. We explore the law, including family violence, family law and the recent amendments. We give tips on how to make an arrangement for children that works well and present different options for how to record an agreement.
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode.
Legal Aid WA
Gosnells Community Legal Centre
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 1 - Episode 4: Help! How do we divide our property and finances?

In this episode we focus on property including information about the law and practical tips about how people can start the process of dividing their finances and property after separation. We give insight into how the court decides about dividing property, how to formalise an agreement and the benefits of consent orders.
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode. 
Legal Aid WA
Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre
Gosnells Community Legal Centre
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 1 - Episode 5: Family violence and restraining orders - separating safely

In this episode, we explore what family violence is, including behaviours people may not realise are family violence. We provide information for people thinking about leaving their partner or who have just separated, where there was family violence during the relationship, and discuss tools and options for keeping safe, including Family Violence Restraining Orders (FVROs).
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode. 
Legal Aid WA
Circle Green
Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 1 - Episode 6: Changes to family law: What are they all about?

Family law in Australia has recently had an overhaul to simplify how children’s cases are decided under the Family Law Act 1975. We explain the changes and talk about how they will affect families and children.
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode. 
Legal Aid WA
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 2 - Episode 1: Help! I can’t find a rental!

The rental market in WA is extremely tight at the moment, with vacancy rates in Perth at below one percent, and below 1.5 percent in the regional WA.
There has been a consistent decline in the number of rental properties available, combined with an increase in demand, particularly since COVID border restrictions were removed. 
These conditions are fuelling increased prices, so it’s tough to find a property to rent at all and even harder to find one you can afford. 
If you’ve found yourself looking for a place to rent in the current market, it’s understandably a pretty stressful situation to be in, but you’re not alone.
 
Many thanks to the following orginisations that contributed to this episode. 
Legal Aid WA
Circle Green
   Ruah Community Services
Broome CIRCLE
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 2 - Episode 2: How do I avoid getting scammed or taken advantage of?

In our last episode we talked about how difficult it can be to find a rental property in the current market. 
Unfortunately there are some people out there using these conditions to take advantage of tenants, and there also seem to be scams popping up targeting people looking to rent a property. 
In this episode we are going to talk about how to avoid getting scammed or taken advantage of.
Legal Aid WA
Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre
Circle Green
   Ruah Community Services
Regional Alliance West
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.

Season 2 - Episode 3: How do I stay in my rental property?

When you are renting, there are lots of issues that can give rise to disputes with your landlord –disagreements about repairs, rent increases or modifications to name a few.
 In the first few episodes of this series we’ve talked about some of the pressures in the rental market at the moment, so before you throw in the towel and start looking for a new place, you may be better off getting help to negotiate a solution with your existing landlord.
 In this episode we are going to talk about how you can do that, as well as how to avoid some of the most common issues arising in the first place.
Legal Aid WA
Northern Suburbs Community Legal Centre
Circle Green
Regional Alliance West
 
Other podcast partners
Community Legal
Law Access
 
Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information about the law and is not intended to constitute specific legal advice. You should always speak to a lawyer if you need legal advice about your particular situation. Legal Aid WA and our partners aim to provide accurate information but do not accept responsibility if it is not. Any services referred to which are not operated by Legal Aid WA are not endorsed or approved by Legal Aid WA or any participating organisation.