In this episode of the Family Law series, we look at the principles that surround “sharing” and also “needs” when considering financial matters as part of a divorce. We talk about the principles that are relevant to how a case may be resolved and when “sharing” might apply, or when “needs” will apply.
Family Law Unwrapped: Financial settlements – discussing the principles of “sharing” and “needs”.
Sarah Speed
Partner, Family
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