Divorce Explained with Steve Benmor & Leanne Townsend

Divorce Explained: How to Avoid Common Financial Mistakes in Divorce Settlements

Divorce doesn’t have to destroy your financial future.In this episode of Divorce Explained, Leanne Townsend and Steve Benmor are joined by financial advisor Brett Bernstein, CEO of XML Financial…

Real Estate & Mortgage Pitfalls To Avoid During Divorce

🏠 Divorce + the family home can be a financial minefield.In this episode of Divorce Explained, we’re joined by Kelly Lise Murray, J.D., Harvard-educated attorney, legal scholar, and founder of…

Why Do Divorcing Spouses Spend So Much Money Fighting Over Money

Why do divorcing spouses spend so much money fighting over money and is it really about the money?In this episode of Divorce Explained, we’re joined by Patrick Kilbane, attorney, Certified Divorce…

Marriage Annulment - Recent Case Law

Annulments are rare—but what happens when a marriage isn’t consummated and the court is asked to undo it instead of granting a divorce?In this week’s episode of Divorce Explained, Leanne and Steve…

Does My Future Inheritance Affect My Divorce?

Does a Future Inheritance Affect My Divorce?Inheritance can bring life-changing wealth — but what happens when divorce is also in the picture?In this week’s episode of Divorce Explained, Leanne…

How the Housing Market Is Affecting Divorce Outcomes in Ontario

The real estate market is shifting — and it's making waves in divorce court.Decreased home values.Longer time to sell.Less equity to split.Some couples can’t even afford to separate.In this week’s…

Coldplay & Cold Truths: When Cheating Hits Center Stage

INFIDELITY... on the jumbotron?!The internet can't stop talking about the viral Coldplay concert video - where one man's alleged affair played out live on the big screen.But what if this happened…

Using Parenting Time to Lower Child Support

One of the most common concerns we hear from clients is when a parent seems to seek more parenting time—not to build a stronger bond with their children, but to reduce their child support…

How to Protect Your Assets Before Getting Married

Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend for a brand new episode of Divorce Explained - streaming live on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedinThis week's topic: How to Protect Your Assets Before…

Why Is Evidence Important In Divorce?

This week on Divorce Explained, join family law lawyers Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend for a powerful and informative discussion:"Why Is Evidence Important in Divorce?"From financial documents to…

Creating a Summer Co-Parenting Schedule: Tips for Smooth Transitions

Summer is here - and with it comes the challenge (and opportunity!) of planning co-parenting schedules that keep the kids happy and the transitions seamless.Whether you're navigating summer plans for…

Understanding Spousal Support & How It Is Determined

In this episode of Divorce Explained, we discuss the important issue of spousal support and how it is determined. We cover key topics such as entitlement, how support is calculated, the amount…

The Election, Politics & Family Life

In this episode of Divorce Explained, we explore how Canadian elections and politics impact families.Originally recorded live ahead of the April 28th vote—described by many as one of the most…

Improving Protection Orders For Family Violence

In this episode of Divorce Explained, we dive into the topic of Improving Protection Orders for Family Violence.Family violence remains a critical issue, and protection orders are a key legal tool…

Interview With Jessica Brant

How Betrayal Trauma May Affect Your Divorce

Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend on this week's episode of Divorce Explained with special guest, Stephanie Boucher, to talk about “How Betrayal Trauma May Affect Your Divorce”.Stephanie is a…

Tax Implications of Dividing Assets in Divorce

Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend on this week's episode of Divorce Explained as they dive deep into the Tax Implications of Dividing Assets in Divorce.Understanding how your assets are divided…

Emotional Justice and Divorce w/ Special Guest Feryial Parvez

Divorce isn’t just a legal process, it’s an emotional journey, and achieving emotional justice can make all the difference in your healing. Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend, along with special…

Divorce Coaching & Why Training is so Critical w/ Jennifer Donison

Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend, along with special guest Jennifer Donison, Divorce Specialist, as they dive into how divorce coaching equips individuals to handle not only the legal…

Should I Co-Parent with My Ex? Tips for Successful Co-Parenting

Join Steve Benmor and Leanne Townsend on this week's episode of Divorce Explained as they discuss the topic 'Should I Co-Parent with My Ex? Tips for Successful Co-Parenting.'Co-parenting after…