S4 Ep04 - Navigating Equity and Emotion in Divorce | Family Law and More

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Written By Claudia Saxton

In this episode of Family Law and More, Claudia Saxton (Consultant Barrister) and Lisa Edmunds (CEO and Head of Chambers) from Unit Chambers are joined by Dan Knox (Solicitor) to explore one of the most challenging aspects of family law; balancing legal fairness with human emotion during divorce. Drawing on his diverse background, Dan shares powerful insights into how solicitors and barristers can better understand and manage client emotions during one of the most difficult times of their lives. In this episode, we discuss:

  • How to navigate the emotional and psychological impact of divorce

  • Why mental health awareness is key to effective legal support

  • The importance of one-to-one engagement and reading body language in client meetings

  • How mediation and ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) can reduce emotional strain and costs

  • Practical ways to manage client expectations and timeframes

This conversation is essential listening for family law professionals, solicitors, and clients seeking to understand how empathy, communication, and tailored legal responses can make a real difference in family law cases.

Claudia Saxton

With a personable approach and a focus on efficiency, Claudia offers honest and confident family law representation, dedicated to achieving the best results for her clients.

Claudia is keen to develop her practice in all areas of family law and has represented in public and private children and financial remedies cases for local authorities, parents and guardians.

Prior to pupillage at Unit Chambers, Claudia was completing her Bar Training Course at BPP Law School in Manchester having previously achieved a 2.1 BA (Hons) Law degree from the University of Cambridge.

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