Small Money Financial Remedy Cases - Practical Hints & Tips for Family Lawyers

Introduction

The breakdown of marriage or civil partnership can be one of the most challenging periods in a person’s life. Practitioners will be aware that these challenging periods can not only affect the parties themselves but also any children and the wider family. The effects can be more acutely felt in cases that are defined as ‘small money’ cases.

This webinar aims to give a brief overview as to the definition of a ‘small money’ case and how the courts treat such cases. It will offer an important insight to practitioners on the interaction of small money cases with the needs principle and the wider section 25 criteria. This webinar will also look to give practical guidance and top tips that you can bring into your practice.

What You Will Learn

This short webinar will cover the following:

• What is a ‘small money’ case
• What are the court’s central considerations
• The interaction of small money cases with the needs principle
• What is the impact of the standard of living
• Importance of case theory
• Practical hints and tips

This webinar was recorded on 8th October 2024

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