Stowe talks: Understanding how abuse can manifest during divorce

Going through divorce can be stressful, emotionally draining and practically exhausting even if you have been in a healthy relationship. Abusive and controlling behaviour often becomes more obvious during the divorce process. It can manifest in different ways during divorce and separation, in fact some survivors don’t even realise they have been abused until they begin the separation process.

To explore what abuse can look like during divorce and separation, to understand which warning signs you should watch out for, and understand where to get the right support, Stowe talks is delighted to welcome back Caron Kipping. Caron is a certified Divorce Coach and IDVA (Domestic Violence Advocate) specialising in supporting people who are in or have been in abusive and controlling relationships.

In this session, Caron will explore:

· What is domestic abuse

· Why domestic abuse can heighten during divorce or separation

· What abuse during divorce can look like

· Support available for victim-survivors

Caron and Ashley will answer questions at the end of the presentation.

Meet the speakers

Caron Kipping

Caron is a survivor of domestic abuse and has worked with men and women experiencing domestic abuse for many years. Caron wrote ‘Recognition to Recovery – How to leave your abusive ex behind for good!’ and focusses on offering practical help for people separating from abusive and controlling partners.

Based in Buckinghamshire, Caron supports clients in Family Court, through safeguarding proceedings and Criminal proceedings and is one of the busiest coaches in the UK.

Caron helps clients navigate the minefield of divorcing an abusive ex, so they can understand their Rights, feel less isolated and more empowered.

Ashley Le-Core

Ashley is a Partner at Stowe Family Law. He is based in Tunbridge Wells and works with local and national clients supporting with divorce and relationship breakdown, as well as children matters.

Ashley specialises in complex children cases, including those with an international element, such as applications to relocate abroad with children after divorce or separation.

Ashley has a varied caseload and is a popular lawyer amongst clients and colleagues alike. He is committed to resolving disputes with dignity, helping families to move forward after breakdown with a positive outlook for the future.

He keeps the needs of his client as a priority, and is passionate about ensuring individual voices are heard. He is straight-talking but deeply empathetic and compassionate.

Caron Kipping

Ashley Le-Core