Intervenors' Claims in Financial Remedy Proceedings - Practice, Procedure & Pitfalls

Introduction

The concept of intervening in family law cases is one which needs to be properly grappled with. In the current cost of living crisis, the likely outcome is that as with the financial turbulence of 2008 third parties will be assisting married couples with purchasing assets, and in the main, the family home. Loans or gifts from family members will likely be the key to future divorcees being able to be supported onto the property ladder.

It is not just family members who can intervene though, it can be businesses/business partners and trustees - how will their interests to be reflected in a couple’s divorce?

What is the practice, procedure and are there any pitfalls?

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Common examples of where people/bodies can and will intervene
• The relevance and impact of this in the current economic climate
• Do you need to join a third party?
• When should a third party be joined to proceedings?
• Who should apply for joinder?
• Guidance on procedure
• Case law round up
• Practical tips
• Other options…

This webinar was recorded on 14th March 2023