The 3rd Annual HNW Divorce Next Gen Summit

The key event for Next Gen family practitioners seeking the knowledge and skills to become leading voices.

In-Person | 13th March 2025 | Central London

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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 across the matrimonial finance area including barristers, solicitors and financial advisors, gaining valuable perspectives to enhance their legal practices.

With a strong focus on black-letter law, the event provides exclusive insights into matters both topical 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

Jennifer Dickson
Jennifer Dickson Partner
Withers
Max Turnell
Max Turnell Barrister
1KBW
Abby Buckland
Abby Buckland Partner
Kingsley Napley
Eesha Arora
Eesha Arora Partner
Maurice Turnor Gardner LLP
James Cooper
James Cooper Barrister
29 Bedford Row
Emma Hargreaves
Emma Hargreaves Barrister
Serle Court
Stacey De Souza
Stacey De Souza Associate
Hughes Fowler Carruthers

Your Expert Speakers:

Speakers will include leading industry voices alongside up-and-coming practitioners, allowing for balanced perspectives and practical takeaways.

Through our returning breakout sessions, attendees will be able to contribute their own insight whilst also benefitting from that offered by their peers.

 

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.

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