About this Event
Leaving an abusive relationship is extremely hard, and on average it takes a victim seven attempts to leave their abuser before they are successful. Sadly, many survivors suffer from post-separation abuse. However, post-separation abuse can also occur even when abuse has not been a factor in the relationship. Post-separation abuse is legally considered a serious crime, with coercive and controlling behaviour being made a criminal offence in 2015.
Sarah Barr-Young, Partner and expert family lawyer, is joined by Domestic Abuse Consultant Lucy Wade, who specialises in post-separation abuse, for a discussion on understanding and managing post-separation abuse.
In the session, we will cover:
· What is post-separation abuse?
· How can I identify post-separation abuse?
· Tips for managing abuse
· Helping a friend or family member suffering from abuse
· Finding help
Meet the speakers
Lucy Wade
Is the creator of the website You Don’t Own Me https://ydom.co.uk/ and host of the Podcast, DIP in and out with Lucy CIC https://open.spotify.com/show/3TggcSQj1vaBPzRWzCXXni a “one-stop shop” helping people find useful resources, support services and access to knowledge shared by professionals.
She is a Domestic Abuse Consultant, specialising in Post-Separation Abuse. And in her spare time, sits on the Board of Trustees of Trafford Domestic Abuse Services.
Lucy has developed the Let’s Talk Series, which helps organisations to begin to understand the issues and challenges faced by those experiencing domestic abuse and post-separation abuse and what organisations can do to support those around them.
She works with various organisations, including The National Trading Standards (NTS) Scams Team as part of their task force to develop their knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse, the language and approach we should all be taking when talking about abuse, and how it impacts all of us directly or indirectly.
Sarah Barr-Young
Host, Sarah Barr-Young is the Managing Partner of our Ilkley, Huddersfield, and Leeds offices.
Widely regarded for her expertise in complex financial remedies cases, Sarah advises individuals with substantial income and assets, often with an international element, along with various financial, business, and trust structures.
She is also known for her experience in challenging matters, involving allegations of domestic abuse, parental alienation, and safeguarding issues.
Additional Resources
Post-separation abuse: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/family-law/domestic-abuse-solicitors/post-separation-abuse/
Post-separation abuse Client Guide: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Client-Guide-Post-separation-Abuse.pdf
Recognising and dealing with economic abuse: https://open.spotify.com/episode/25WQkzG2I7vPs7tuXzQ2Ru?si=a3b45f28629349d8&nd=1&dlsi=88e1a349eba14df7
Stowe talks: How to recognise abusive behaviour in long term relationships:
Sarah Barr-Young
Lucy Wade
Event Venue
Online
GBP 0.00
