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 | Thistle Marble Arch

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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.

Thomas Harvey Barrister
1 Hare Court

Grace Lawrence Senior Associate
Family Law in Partnership

Amy Radnor Partner
Farrer & Co

Thomas Pavey Partner
Vaitilingam Kay

Eri Horrocks Senior Associate
Hunter's Law

Darren Hark Senior Associate
Sinclair Gibson

Alexandra Lukanova Associate
Russell Cooke

Sandra Mossios Partner
EY

Sarfraz Ali Senior Associate
Withers

Sarah Dodds Senior Associate
Kingsley Napley

Polly Broad Associate
Harbottle & Lewis

Katie Parkes Legal Director
Payne Hicks Beach

Joshua Moger Partner
Fladgate

Lauren Deane Partner
Hughes Fowler Carruthers

Joe Rainer Barrister
QEB

Laura Tanguay Legal Director
Birketts

Gina Navato Director
EY

Samara Brackley Barrister
Pump Court Chambers

Frances Stratton Barrister
1KBW

Jamie Orchard Partner
Myersons (Jersey)

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Roundtable Discussions

Select Your Mix of Sessions from Three Roundtable Discussions

Benefit from a choice of three Roundtable Discussions and the flexibility to build your own agenda by selecting the topics of more interest to you. These smaller group sessions are specifically designed to facilitate enhanced discussion, more focused knowledge sharing and the opportunity to develop your network and relationships with peers.

Topic 1 - Co-Habitation

Legal distinctions between cohabitation and marriage in terms of property rights
Financial claims available for cohabitees vs. married couples in divorce proceedings
The role of cohabitation agreements in protecting assets before and during relationships

Topic 2 - Valuation

Key considerations for valuing businesses and shareholdings in divorce settlements
How to handle complex corporate structures and private equity holdings in valuation
The role of forensic accountants and valuation experts in HNW cases
Practical tips for presenting and challenging business valuations in court

Topic 3 - Private Equity

Unpacking divorce cases involving private equity and hedge funds
How is it valued in proceedings?
Business values and finding liquidity in proceedings
Disclosing interests and funds

Maximise Your Investment

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.

Event Partners

Knowledge Partner

Birketts

Ernst & Young LLP

Evelyn Partners

Pump Court Chambers

Drinks Partner

MALTIN PR

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

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