When you’re a stay-at-home spouse: rights, risks & planning

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In this episode, I’m joined by Sharan Bhinder-Dhonsi, Legal Director in Gilson Gray’s family law team in London. Sharan has been practising exclusively in family law since 2009 and specialises in divorce, financial settlements, and protecting vulnerable spouses.

Together, we dive into what it really means—legally and financially—to be a stay-at-home spouse, both during marriage and if the relationship comes to an end.

I talk with Sharan about:
• What legal and financial rights a stay-at-home spouse has during marriage and on divorce
• How to protect yourself financially if the relationship breaks down
• How courts approach the division of assets and maintenance when one spouse hasn’t been earning
• The importance of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements in clarifying financial expectations and protecting both partners
• What happens to pensions, investments, and property
• And which professionals to involve, such as financial advisers and pension experts, to support sound financial planning during and after divorce

If you’ve taken time out of work to raise children or support your partner’s career, this conversation will help you understand your rights and plan ahead with confidence.