Ernst & Young LLP
The 3rd Annual HNW Divorce Next Gen Summit
The key event for Next Gen family practitioners on the path to leadership.
In-Person | 13th March 2025 | Central London
This event offers key insights into the evolving world of HNW Divorce, tailored for next-generation practitioners.
Attendees will hear expert insights from senior and upcoming voices from across the family law landscape such as barristers, solicitors and financial advisors, gaining valuable perspectives to enhance their legal practices.
This event provides new perspectives into legal matters both novel and perennial.
Benefit from Expert Insights into:
Asset Matrimonialisation:
- Legal implications and precedents set by the Standish Case
- The impact of this case on financial remedies in divorce cases
- How the judgment has influenced division of assets, particularly in HNW cases
Conduct:
- How conduct is factored into divorce settlements, particularly in relation to financial misconduct
- Assessing the relevance of personal behavior vs. financial behavior in high net worth divorces
- Strategies for presenting or defending against allegations of misconduct
Non-Court Dispute Resolution:
- How NCDR has impacted the litigation process and timelines for divorce cases
- Shifts in legal strategy post-reform: opportunities and challenges
- Practical advice for navigating divorce settlements under the NCDR framework
- Implications of the no-fault divorce law for high net worth divorces
Costs:
- Best practices for managing legal costs in complex, high net worth divorce cases
- Key strategies for recovering costs: when and how to apply for cost orders
- The pros and cons of fixed fees vs. hourly rates in matrimonial finance work
- How costs orders differ in arbitration, mediation, and court proceedings
Co-Habitation:
- Legal distinctions between cohabitation and marriage in terms of property rights
- Financial claims available for cohabitees vs. married couples in divorce proceedings
- Determining the date of when a co-habitation began
- The role of cohabitation agreements in protecting assets before and during relationships
Third Parties and Interveners:
- Circumstances in which third parties may intervene in divorce proceedings
- Addressing claims on family assets by third parties (e.g., business partners, family trusts)
- The impact of third-party claims on the financial remedy process
- Strategies for managing multi-party claims to assets during divorce litigation
Meet the Next Gen Advisory Board:
Benefit from an agenda covering today’s most pressing topics, curated by a unique cross-section of expertise from both family solicitors and barristers, as well as private client practitioners with a focus in family law.
Your Expert Speakers:
Speakers will include leading industry voices alongside up-and-coming practitioners, allowing for balanced perspectives and practical takeaways.
1 Hare Court
Family Law in Partnership
Farrer & Co
Vaitilingam Kay
Hunter's Law
Sinclair Gibson
Russell Cooke
EY
Withers
Kingsley Napley
Harbottle & Lewis
Payne Hicks Beach
Fladgate
Through our returning breakout sessions, attendees will be able to contribute their own insight whilst also benefitting from that offered by their peers.
These smaller group sessions are tailored to promote deeper discussion and more targeted learning. Additionally, this format provides a chance to connect with fellow attendees through open dialogue.
Now in its third year, it ensures a high return on investment through knowledge expansion and peer connection.
In just one day, you can be confident that your investment of time out of the office will yield significant benefits, making this event truly worthwhile addition to your annual calendar.
Contact Us
Speaker
For Speaker enquiries please contact Seth on +44 (0) 20 3433 2282 or email seth@thoughtleaders4.com
Partnership
For Partnership enquiries please contact Dan on +44 (0) 20 3059 9524 or email dan@thoughtleaders4.com
General & Booking
For General & Booking enquiries please contact Amy on +44 (0) 20 3398 8551 or email info@thoughtleaders4.com
Marketing
For Marketing enquiries please contact Yelda on +44 (0) 20 3398 8551 or email yelda@thoughtleaders4.com