Advertise on podcast: Get Legally Speaking With Hatti Suvari

Think signing a prenup means your money, property or business is automatically protected if you divorce? Think again. In this episode brought to you by Get Legally Speaking, Hatti Suvari is joined by leading family law barrister Jonathan Tod, who has over 35 years’ experience to reveal what prenups really do — and why some fail when couples need them most. Together they unpack the situations that can completely change the outcome: what happens if there is not enough money to meet both parties' "needs" after a separation, whether children can affect what was originally agreed, and why assets you thought were protected may still come into play. Jonathan also explains how prenups should be drafted to protect property, businesses, inheritance and family wealth, what “meeting someone’s needs” actually means, and the common mistakes that can seriously weaken an agreement — from poor drafting and lack of disclosure to signing too close to the wedding. Whether you are bringing £50,000, £500,000 or £5 million into a marriage, this is the episode to listen to before assuming a prenup has you fully protected. Because when it comes to prenups, the real question is not simply whether you have one. It is whether yours will actually hold up. All in plain and simple English. No legal jargon. #Prenup #PrenuptialAgreement #DivorceLaw #FamilyLaw #Marriage #Divorce #ProtectYourAssets #FinancialSettlement #LegalAdvice #UKLaw #GetLegallySpeaking #HattiSuvari Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rent going up? Repairs ignored? Deposit withheld? If you rent in the UK, then this episode is for you! With over 24 million people renting, too many tenants still don’t know where they stand, and some landlords rely on that. In this explosively informative episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by housing law Barrister George Chrysanthou bringing you broken down tenants’ rights in clear, no-nonsense English. They cover: Do you really need a written tenancy agreement? When your landlord can (and can’t) increase the rent What repairs landlords are legally responsible for Why withholding rent can seriously backfire How deposit protection works, and what to do if it isn’t protected Where tenants can get free help and support This episode cuts through fear, misinformation, and bad practice and gives you practical steps to protect yourself. Renting is a legal relationship. Know your rights. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could you be owed money from a car finance agreement? In this eye-opening episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti Suvari is joined by Kevin Durkin of HD Law — the consumer solicitor who helped take on major lenders in one of the UK’s most significant car finance commission cases. This episode is in plain and simple English, breaking down what the car finance issue means, why it matters, and what consumers need to know. What began as a consumer dispute became a legal battle with consequences for millions of drivers, reaching all the way to the UK Supreme Court. Kevin explains how hidden commission arrangements in car finance agreements have placed the industry under intense scrutiny, and why the Financial Conduct Authority’s redress scheme could see billions of pounds returned to consumers. With around 12.1 million motor finance agreements potentially affected, this is not just a legal story — it is a story about fairness, transparency, delay, and ordinary people challenging powerful financial institutions. Hatti and Kevin also discuss why consumers should be careful before accepting quick or limited offers, why getting proper legal guidance can make a real difference, and what you should do now if you had car finance. If you, your family, or your friends have ever taken out car finance, this is an episode you will want to hear, all in plain and simple English. And if this could help someone you know, send it their way! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Criminal Charges? What You Don’t Know Could Cost You Everything. In this powerful episode of Get Legally Speaking, host Hatti Suvari is joined by criminal defence solicitor Laura Baumanis from Olliers Solicitors to reveal the costly myths people believe when facing a criminal investigation, and how one wrong move, one message, or one police interview can change your life forever. When panic hits, people turn to Google, friends, and assumptions, but that’s exactly when the damage is done. In this episode Hatti and Laura uncover: • Why people delay getting legal advice — and how this can cost thousands • The biggest mistakes families make when trying to help • The truth behind joint enterprise, digital offences, and possession laws • Why the police interview stage is often where cases are won or lost If you or someone you love could ever face a legal issue, this is essential listening. One conversation at the right time could change everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is your child struggling at school, being labelled as difficult, anxious, disruptive or badly behaved, when there may be something deeper going on? Do you believe your child needs extra support from school, but you are unsure what to ask for, what your child is entitled to, or where to start? Many parents are left feeling worried, exhausted and unheard when their child is falling behind, refusing school, masking their difficulties, becoming anxious, avoiding school, or being treated as if their behaviour is simply the problem.   But here is what every parent needs to know: behaviour is often communication, and a child’s difficulties should not be dismissed without asking why they are struggling and what support they may need. In this important episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti Suvari is joined by senior education barrister Emma Calvert as they explain what parents can do when their child is struggling at school, what legal duties schools and local Council's have to your child, and how knowing your child’s legal rights can empower you to get them the support and help they deserve.   Together they explain Special Educational Needs Support, which is the additional help a school can put in place for a child who needs more than ordinary classroom teaching, and Education, Health and Care Plans, which are legally binding documents setting out the education, health and care support a child needs. They also explore what parents can do if school is not listening, why attendance problems may be linked to unmet needs, and why masking, anxiety, school refusal or difficult behaviour should not simply be dismissed as “bad behaviour”. Every school should want to understand why a child is struggling, so the right support can be put in place.   This episode is for every parent who feels dismissed, overwhelmed or unsure where to turn, as always in plain and simple English.   Your child does not need to reach breaking point before you ask for help. If you or someone you know can benefit from this episode, then please do not wait, to download, listen or share!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Building Disputes: How to Get Paid & Avoid Court. Unpaid invoices? Client fall-outs? Threats of court? If you work in construction, this episode could save your business. In this episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by construction law specialist Tim Sampson to explain how builders and contractors can resolve disputes fast — without going anywhere near court. They break down, in plain English: Why building disputes are so common — and how to stop them escalating What adjudication really is (and why it’s known as “pay now, argue later”) How a legally binding decision can be reached in as little as 28 days Who appoints the adjudicator — and what happens if your contract is silent When negotiation or mediation makes more sense than formal action We also share practical, real-world tips every contractor should follow: ✔️ Getting the right contract in place ✔️ Keeping records that protect your position ✔️ Improving cash flow and avoiding costly mistakes Court should always be the last resort, and this episode shows you the smarter options. Protect your work. Protect your income. Know the process. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No marriage. No ring. No “common law” rights. But does that mean no child maintenance? Absolutely not. In this essential episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by senior family law Barrister Maria Scotland to cut through some of the BIGGEST myths in family law and explain, in plain English, how child maintenance really works when parents were never married. They break down: Whether being unmarried affects your right to child maintenance How the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) actually works What happens if the other parent refuses to pay When the court can step in under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 Why “common law marriage” is a myth — and why it matters This is one of the most emotional and misunderstood areas of family law. Whether you’re newly separated, co-parenting, or simply want to know where you stand, this episode gives you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps. No fear. No myths. Just the law — explained in plain and simple English. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Think holiday entitlement is just a workplace perk? Think again. Millions of UK workers lose paid leave every year simply because they don’t know their rights. In this eye-opening episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by employment law specialist Lisa Hatch to reveal what the law really says about your annual leave, in clear, straight-talking English. Discover the legal minimum holiday your employer must give you, whether bank holidays count, when unused leave can legally be carried over, what happens if your employer says “no”, and how to challenge unfair treatment confidently and professionally. Your holiday entitlement is not a favour, it is your legal right. If you work in the UK, this is essential listening, or share this episode with a colleague, friend or family member who needs to know their rights at work! #HolidayEntitlement #EmploymentLaw #AnnualLeave #WorkersRights #UKLaw #PaidHoliday #KnowYourRights #WorkplaceRights #GetLegallySpeaking #LegalPodcast #HattiSuvari #LisaHatch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Happened to You? Trauma, the Brain & Healing Explained. Trauma doesn’t just change how we feel, it changes how the brain develops, responds, and survives. In this powerful and deeply human episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti sits down with world-renowned trauma expert Dr Bruce Perry to explore how trauma shapes behaviour, and, crucially, how healing is still possible. In this conversation, they uncover: Why asking “What happened to you?” matters more than “What’s wrong with you?” How trauma affects the brain at different stages of life Whether the adult brain can truly rewire after long-term trauma Practical ways parents, teachers, and communities can support healing What gives hope after decades of witnessing human suffering This episode is about understanding, compassion, and creating safer paths to resilience, for adults of all ages, and for the next generation. Hatti deeply believes and supports that understanding the brain changes how we support one another. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Romance Fraud - When Love Is a Lie Romance fraud is costing innocent people millions of pounds, and it can happen to anyone. In this powerful episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by leading criminal law Barrister, Simon Spence KC to expose the truth behind romance scams, dating fraud, and emotional manipulation. They break down: • How romance fraudsters gain trust and control • When a “relationship” becomes a criminal offence • What the law says under the Fraud Act 2006 • What to do if you’ve been scammed, or think you’re being targeted • Your options when the police don’t act, including private prosecutions Shame keeps many victims silent — but knowledge is power. If you or someone you love is dating online, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. Real stories. Real losses. Real legal consequences. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when a parent denies they’re the parent? What if someone refuses a DNA test? And can a court decide parentage without DNA evidence at all? In this hard-hitting episode of Get Legally Speaking, Hatti is joined by specialist family law barrister Freya Rowe to break down children’s disputes and parentage in clear, no-nonsense English. You’ll learn: • When the Court can order a DNA test • What a Declaration of Parentage really means • The legal consequences of refusing to cooperate • How birth certificates can be changed • What parental responsibility actually gives you, and much much more! If you’re facing a parentage dispute, or you want to protect yourself before one arises, then this episode gives you the facts, fast. Real law. Real consequences. Explained simply. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Workplace bullying is the second biggest workplace issue, with 29% of workers experiencing it at some point, and 1 in 10 people having experienced it just the last six months. But what actually counts as bullying at work? Is it illegal? And do you really have legal rights and protection? In this episode, seasoned employment Barrister James and Hatti bust the myths, explain how the law stands, and explain what you can do if you’re being bullied at work — including how to get help without fear of retaliation. Practical, empowering, and jargon-free — this is one episode every worker should hear, as always, in plain and simple English! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If a relationship breaks down, who really owns the home? With over 3.6 million UK couples living together without being married in the UK, knowing your rights has never been more important! In this episode, Hatti and specialist Barrister Rachel Bale break down TOLATA claims in plain and simple English, explaining how courts decide property ownership, what evidence matters, and how you can protect yourself before things go wrong. If you live with a partner or contribute to a shared home, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most of us have had building works carried out on a property, and some have had a falling out with a builder, during or after the work has been completed. But where do you legally stand if you have fallen in to the category of having ‘nightmare OR cowboy’ – call it what you like – builders? Most people do not draw up a list of work of what was agreed to be completed beforehand, or the work they changed the plans for; or even worse, when you try to get hold of the builder, they’ve either disappeared in to thin air, or have blocked your number! In this episode senior Barrister Tim Sampson and Hatti Suvari tell you the steps that you can take if you are faced with a falling out with your builders; their top tips, and what to look out for, as always, in plain and simple English.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Being accused of rape instantly has serious and damaging real-life consequences – including the possible loss of your job, family and friends. But where would you stand if you have been accused of rape, and you believe the accusation not to be true? What are the initial steps taken by the Police upon a complaint and report of rape being made? How can it affect your life, including your employment, or education if you are still a student, if you are being investigated, or even charged, and then found not to be guilty? In this eye-opening, informative and useful episode, senior Barrister Simon Spence KC and Hatti Suvari bring you the answers to all of the above, telling you the must know facts, and much more, as always in plain and simple English. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.