Whether you are in family court right now or just sorting out your divorce, custody and property settlement in mediation, this is the single, simplest thing you can do to help your case, keep down your costs and save yourself hours of time later looking for dates and documents. Lyn Galvin a family lawyer with over 35 years experience gives her tips on how to arrange your own chronology. She explains why it is important to keep it updated and what documents and court events you would need it for. Don't leave yourself scrambling later trying to find all the information you wish you had documented. Listen to this latest Divorce Podcast episode and thank us later. Click here to go to our online store to download the video guide Click here to learn more about your DIY DIVORCE BLUEPRINT Click here for our free checklist for your divorce and property settlement Sign up here for our next free online webinar You Don't Want to Miss Out On What court documents need a chronology Why does your mediation need a chronology Why do final trials in family court need a chronology How can you save fees with a family lawyer How a chronology creates a narrative for your case What a lawyer will do the first time you meet How to save on costs in legal fees How to do some of the legal work yourself in divorce Documenting domestic violence and coercive control Documenting important information for property settlement Documenting important information for Children's Matters How to create a chronology What your lawyer wish you had done before you go for your first visit. What you will wish you had done to make life easier for you in your divorce. If you need emergency help you can also contact: WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE LEGAL AID Lifeline 13 11 14 Mensline Australia 1300 789 978 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123 Relationships Australia Police on 000 DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636 National DV line on 1800 737 732.1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on the next practical steps and guide to your divorce or de facto separation coming soon. And, if you've found this episode helpful, please leave a rating and a review so it can help others. Thank you. Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.

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