This week we talk about the latest buzz around Dua Lipa’s possible wedding and Jessica Alba’s divorce. We get into what happens in high asset breakups, why marriage rates are shifting for college-educated women, and Bill Gates’ sudden media appearances. We also explain how divorce arbitration works, when it might be better than going to court, and what to know about buying a house or signing a postnup during a split.

Timestamps:

01:28 Dua Lipa's Wedding Speculation

04:47 Jessica Alba's Divorce Update

07:27 Complexities of High Asset Divorce

08:55 Marriage Rates and Education

09:58 Challenges for College Educated Women

11:40 Bill Gates' Publicity Tour

15:25 Divorce Arbitrations Overview

16:32 Private Trial and Rules

17:20 Retired Judges as Arbitrators

17:52 History of Divorce Arbitration

19:00 Issues with Cook County Court

19:53 Advantages of Arbitration Over Court

21:46 Appeals in Binding Arbitration

23:18 Buying a House During Divorce

26:00 Postnuptial Agreement for Assets

27:40 Dividing Marital Debt

30:58 Post-decree Modifications of Support

Episode Links:

Dua Lipa’s Engagement: https://bit.ly/4kAWBV1

Marriage Gap for Women: https://bit.ly/43NILZN

Jessica Alba’s Ex: https://bit.ly/4mXeCyX

Bill Gates Reflects on Divorce: https://bit.ly/4e43Rqu

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

In this episode, we dig into some high-profile divorces including Christina Hack’s legal battles, Lily Allen and David Harbour’s split, and what’s been said about Ellen’s daughters and prenups. We also look at how divorce is handled in North Korea compared to South Korea, and what’s changing in places like Indiana.

From the early stages of marriage counselling to the discovery process, litigation, and final negotiations, we break down what really goes on during a divorce. You’ll hear a lawyer’s take on fairness, delays in the system, and how the marital estate is divided. We also cover recent legal trends, pro bono efforts, and a bestselling book on divorce that’s making waves.

Timestamps:

00:03:45 Marriage Counseling and Compatibility Test

00:04:34 Divorce in North Korea vs. South Korea

00:05:03 Christina Hack's Divorces and Court Drama

00:08:21 Lily Allen and David Harbor's Divorce

00:09:31 Ellen's Daughters & Prenup

00:10:24 Indiana Divorce Bill

00:11:25 Divorce Legislation Trend

00:12:30 Discovery Process & Litigation

00:23:54 Negotiating in Divorce Cases

00:27:25 Lawyer's Perspective on Fairness

00:31:44 Foot dragging in divorce cases

00:34:04 Understanding the marital estate

00:36:36 STG Divorce Law Firm

00:39:02 Pro Bono Day and Webinar

00:39:33 Best Selling Divorce Book

00:40:41 Lost Episode

Episode Links:

Korean Divorce TV Show Phenomenon See WSJ Article. https://t.co/KsYHhTyvt4

Christina Haack says estranged husband Josh Hall asked her for $3.5M amid divorce drama | Daily Mail Online

Lily Allen and David Harbour - 4 years, Vegas Wedding Divorce https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/celebrity-breakups-divorce-2025

Indiana Divorce Bill goes away. Bill aimed at making divorce difficult in Indiana has been withdrawn

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.

We break down three major celebrity divorces: Jessica Alba and Cash Warren, Kevin Costner and Christine Baumgartner, and Courtney Ford and Brandon Routh. We look at what’s being reported, what’s at stake, and how these cases highlight broader themes in family law.

We also cover recent developments in the UK, where journalists are now allowed to report on family law cases, and we clear up misinformation spreading online about supposed changes to US divorce laws.

Finally, we dive into the legal topic of the day around spousal support. Can a judge order someone to get a job? How does employment affect maintenance? And what happens in high-asset divorces when investments generate significant income? Raif breaks it all down with practical insights.

Timestamps:

00:01:30 Jessica Alba and Cash Warren's Divorce

00:05:09 Kevin Kossner's Divorce

00:10:00 Courtney Ford and Brandon Ralph Divorce

00:13:25 UK Family Law Developments

00:15:08 Children's Department

00:22:55 Fake News on Divorce Law

00:23:50 Legal Issue of the Day

00:24:40 Can the Judge Make Somebody Work?

00:27:59 Effect of Having a Job on Maintenance

00:34:23 Need vs Reality in High Asset Cases

00:35:56 Factors in Ultra High Net Worth Cases

00:36:24 Complex Financial Considerations

Episode Links:

Jessica Alba & Cash Warren Divorce: https://bit.ly/43lZVwf

Kevin Costner's Ex Engaged: https://bit.ly/4k8nxM4

Courtney Ford & Brandon Routh: https://bit.ly/4jcunij

United Kingdom Family Law Update: https://bit.ly/45fZtCk

United States & Property Division: https://bit.ly/4mDRTYC

Handy Divorce Links:

Need a consultation for your Chicago area divorce? Click here https://go.stglaw.com/get-started-v2

For more information about STG Divorce Law, visit www.stglawfirm.com.

For I Just Want This Done, our bestselling guide to divorce, check out https://a.co/d/1QL4rBh

To sign up for our free biweekly Illinois divorce webinar, go here - https://go.stglaw.com/webinar

Want to join our free Illinois Divorce Support Network, our private Facebook group? Link is here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/628976674432197/?_rdr

And for social media, free educational content, podcast, and more, check out: https://linktr.ee/raifordpalmer

As always, state law varies. This is not legal advice. Consult with a skilled divorce lawyer in your area for information about your specific situation.