Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.  Lyn talks you through how to write a good legal letter. A good letter is a powerful tool to avoid court, to resolve custody or property problems or keep clear records. Learn her four clear principles for an effective letter. She also talks about how to avoid the pitfalls of a bad legal letter. If you find yourself needing to write a family law letter for custody or property use this episode as a guide.  You don’t want to miss: What is a good family law legal letter? Why is it important to write them well? How much does it cost for a lawyer to write one for you? How to set out a letter if you are self representing? What are the advantages for writing letters?  What are the pitfalls of writing letters? Family Law How to effectively write your own legal letter. The divorce course letter writing compass guide      Links and resources:   Family Dispute Resolution Register Initiating Application Do it Yourself Kit Affidavits Notice of Risk Affidavit of Service Affidavit of Non Filing of Section 60i certificate Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcecourse Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thedivorcecoursepodcast   This will open (www.courts.qld.gov.au) If you need emergency help you can also contact: Police on 000 DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636 National DV line on 1800 737 732.   1800RESPECT 1800 737 732   WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE About Women's Shelters LEGAL AID: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au   Lifeline 13 11 14 Mensline Australia 1300 789 978 Kids Help Line 1800 551 800 Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123   Relationships Australia  Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on the next practical steps and guide to your divorce or de facto separation coming soon. And, if you’ve found this episode helpful, please leave a rating and a review so it can help others. Thank you.  Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.