Courts have the power to make various financial orders in relation to the divorce of a couple. These are known as ancillary relief. Negotiating settlements, resolving financial disputes and dealing with contested issues in court are a key part of our practice.
We pride ourselves on a skillful and innovative approach to resolving financial matters. Achieving the right outcome may require us to combine effective and tenacious negotiating skills outside of the courtroom, when litigating inside it. It is our ability to master both disciplines and our judgment and instinct in knowing which approach to foster at each stage of a case, that draws clients to us.
We have carved out a reputation for effectively handling complex and high value financial work in divorce cases, often involving assets in multiple jurisdictions and the need to dismantle complex tax, trust and corporate structures.
In particular, our expertise in obtaining emergency injunctions to prevent the dissipation of marital assets and their transfer out of the jurisdiction, as well as to prevent client information reaching the media, often marks us out from our competitors.
We are equally willing to represent the financially weaker or stronger party in a case, as we are both breadwinners and homemakers (Lambert v Lambert). We also advise on steps needed to comply with court orders and financial agreements relating to finances, including making available financial information and documents.