The Harbour Family Law Podcast Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:03 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510089 en-us © 2026 The Harbour Family Law Podcast yes b3c32697-f77b-5490-b118-196050d2019a Katy episodic false The Harbour Family Law Podcast offers compassionate, expert guidance on navigating divorce, separation, and co-parenting. 


Hosted by the firm’s directors, Katy, Fiona and Nicky, each episode breaks down family law into clear, accessible advice; from first meetings to child arrangements and financial settlements to mediation and collaborative 


You'll hear from legal experts and experienced professionals sharing practical insights to support your emotional and legal well-being. 


Whether you're facing the early stages of separation or resolving long-standing issues, this podcast is a trusted guide through the family law process.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Katy https://storage.buzzsprout.com/aod8el3vqn4lupnvd5sei02b8xd7?.jpg The Harbour Family Law Podcast How Many Marriages End in Divorce? How Many Marriages End in Divorce? In this episode, Nicky Howarth and Hannah Holdaway unpack divorce statistics in England and Wales and have some good news about the commonly quoted claim that “one in two marriages end in divorce”. 

The episode explores why divorce rates have fallen in recent decades, how long marriages typically last and explores the idea of the “seven-year itch”.

Nicky and Hannah cover the the introduction of the no-fault divorce in 2022 and how this has changed the legal process by removing the need to assign blame, helping couples separate more constructively, especially where children are involved.

If you are considering separation, Harbour Family Law can help.

Visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk/

]]> In this episode, Nicky Howarth and Hannah Holdaway unpack divorce statistics in England and Wales and have some good news about the commonly quoted claim that “one in two marriages end in divorce”. 

The episode explores why divorce rates have fallen in recent decades, how long marriages typically last and explores the idea of the “seven-year itch”.

Nicky and Hannah cover the the introduction of the no-fault divorce in 2022 and how this has changed the legal process by removing the need to assign blame, helping couples separate more constructively, especially where children are involved.

If you are considering separation, Harbour Family Law can help.

Visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk/

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-19360267 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 611 full false The Rise and Risks of AI in Family Law The Rise and Risks of AI in Family Law In this episode, Nicky Howarth, Emma Gordon, and Hannah Holdaway discuss the rapid rise of AI technology and its implications for the legal field, particularly family law. 

They explore how AI has become integrated into everyday life and many professional practices but has limitations and risks associated with its use in legal contexts and demonstrate the importance of human expertise in providing legal advice.

The podcast emphasises that while AI can be a useful tool, it it absolutely should not replace qualified legal professionals. Alongside AI’s ability to “hallucinate” facts and even legal proceedings, it lacks the nuanced understanding required for individual cases.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> In this episode, Nicky Howarth, Emma Gordon, and Hannah Holdaway discuss the rapid rise of AI technology and its implications for the legal field, particularly family law. 

They explore how AI has become integrated into everyday life and many professional practices but has limitations and risks associated with its use in legal contexts and demonstrate the importance of human expertise in providing legal advice.

The podcast emphasises that while AI can be a useful tool, it it absolutely should not replace qualified legal professionals. Alongside AI’s ability to “hallucinate” facts and even legal proceedings, it lacks the nuanced understanding required for individual cases.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-18571721 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 1105 full false Navigating Narcissism in Family Law Navigating Narcissism in Family Law This episode sees Harbour Family Law solicitors Katy Zikking and Emma Gordon join Hannah Holdaway in the studio to discuss the implications of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) in family law, particularly during divorce proceedings. 

As family law specialists, Katy and Emma unpack how NPD affects financial and child arrangement cases, the challenges faced by clients, and the importance of counselling and support strategies. 

The conversation also covers the need for legal professionals to understand NPD and help provide clients with effective coping mechanisms while navigating the complexities of separation and divorce.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> This episode sees Harbour Family Law solicitors Katy Zikking and Emma Gordon join Hannah Holdaway in the studio to discuss the implications of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) in family law, particularly during divorce proceedings. 

As family law specialists, Katy and Emma unpack how NPD affects financial and child arrangement cases, the challenges faced by clients, and the importance of counselling and support strategies. 

The conversation also covers the need for legal professionals to understand NPD and help provide clients with effective coping mechanisms while navigating the complexities of separation and divorce.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-18571704 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400 1230 full false The “Dos and Don’t”s of Recordings in Family Law Cases The “Dos and Don’t”s of Recordings in Family Law Cases In this episode, Nicky Howarth and her Harbour Family Law colleagues Ros White and Fiona Greener discuss the implications of recording conversations in the context of family law. 

As recording conversations has become a common practice in family law cases, the conversation covers the legal and ethical considerations surrounding them, and the court's perspective on recorded evidence. 

The conversation highlights the potential risks and benefits of recordings, particularly when it comes to children, and emphasises the importance of understanding the legal framework before deciding to record any interactions.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> In this episode, Nicky Howarth and her Harbour Family Law colleagues Ros White and Fiona Greener discuss the implications of recording conversations in the context of family law. 

As recording conversations has become a common practice in family law cases, the conversation covers the legal and ethical considerations surrounding them, and the court's perspective on recorded evidence. 

The conversation highlights the potential risks and benefits of recordings, particularly when it comes to children, and emphasises the importance of understanding the legal framework before deciding to record any interactions.

To find out more about Harbour Family Law, visit https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-18571520 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500 881 full false Resolution Together Resolution Together Hannah Holdaway, Ros White, and Katy Zikking, all family lawyers, sit down in the studio to discuss “Resolution Together”, a new approach to resolving disputes between separating couples.

Hannah, a specialist Resolution Together solicitor explains how Resolution Together involves one lawyer and two clients in the room and unpacks its benefits. These are particularly relevant in the context of the recent no-fault divorce legislation, as it offers a more amicable and constructive way to handle financial settlements and child arrangements. 

The discussion also highlights the importance of identifying any power imbalances before proceeding, as well as the flexibility of the process to adapt to individual needs.

Find out more about Harbour Family Law here, https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk/

]]> Hannah Holdaway, Ros White, and Katy Zikking, all family lawyers, sit down in the studio to discuss “Resolution Together”, a new approach to resolving disputes between separating couples.

Hannah, a specialist Resolution Together solicitor explains how Resolution Together involves one lawyer and two clients in the room and unpacks its benefits. These are particularly relevant in the context of the recent no-fault divorce legislation, as it offers a more amicable and constructive way to handle financial settlements and child arrangements. 

The discussion also highlights the importance of identifying any power imbalances before proceeding, as well as the flexibility of the process to adapt to individual needs.

Find out more about Harbour Family Law here, https://www.harbourfamilylaw.co.uk/

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-18571491 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500 1329 full false Frequently Asked Questions about Family Law Frequently Asked Questions about Family Law Katy, Fiona and Nicky, the Directors of Harbour Family Law, address the most common questions they get asked in relation to family law, including what a court room is actually like, financial claims after divorce, child arrangements, divorce timelines, 'prenups' and TV portrayals of divorce. 

They all emphasize the importance of approachable, supportive and timely legal advice, when it comes to understanding the nuances of family law and effectively navigating the complex issues that can arise.

]]> Katy, Fiona and Nicky, the Directors of Harbour Family Law, address the most common questions they get asked in relation to family law, including what a court room is actually like, financial claims after divorce, child arrangements, divorce timelines, 'prenups' and TV portrayals of divorce. 

They all emphasize the importance of approachable, supportive and timely legal advice, when it comes to understanding the nuances of family law and effectively navigating the complex issues that can arise.

]]> Katy Buzzsprout-17314994 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 684 full false The First Meeting The First Meeting In the inaugural episode of the Harbour Family Law podcast, the Directors of the firm -  Katy, Fiona and Nicky -  delve into what you might expect at your first meeting with a family lawyer and the sort of things lawyers think about in the very early stages of meeting a new client.

With their extensive experience of family law they cover the importance of understanding client needs, the role of mediation, and the emotional support necessary during divorce. 

They highlight the significance of co-parenting and maintaining a child-centred approach throughout the legal process.


]]> In the inaugural episode of the Harbour Family Law podcast, the Directors of the firm -  Katy, Fiona and Nicky -  delve into what you might expect at your first meeting with a family lawyer and the sort of things lawyers think about in the very early stages of meeting a new client.

With their extensive experience of family law they cover the importance of understanding client needs, the role of mediation, and the emotional support necessary during divorce. 

They highlight the significance of co-parenting and maintaining a child-centred approach throughout the legal process.


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