In this podcast episode, Dr Supriya speaks with family lawyer Matthew Taylor about Final Hearings in UK Family Law proceedings. In these hearings, both parties are cross-examined, under oath, on the witness stand. Matt gives tips on how best to prepare for these hearings, and we discuss the particular issues that may arise when a narcissistic spouse or ex is involved.

Matthew is a solicitor and Partner at Napthens in Liverpool. He specializes in financial cases in divorce, and also in financial cases where the couple were not married - and he has a special interest in representing victims of narcissistic abuse.

Matthew also works on initiatives ranging from educating legal professionals to campaigning for law reform, and he’s the co-vice chair of the Pensions, Tax and Financial Remedy Committee of the UK family lawyer’s organization “Resolution”.

He is a regular legal contributor to Martin Lewis’ Money Show Live, and has appeared on Martin’s BBC podcast, on numerous legal podcasts, as well as on The Times podcast.

Matt's experience is with the family court of England and Wales, but many of the tips specific to narcissism may well be relevant across legal jurisdictions. As ever, please do take legal advice in your country to make sure.

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