Financial Orders on Divorce - Introduction

Course level

Introductory

Delegates

This course will be of benefit to advisers who are new to, or are unsure about, this area of law. It will also benefit returners to family for an update on current law and practice.

Overview

The course gives a full overview of the law and procedure relating to claims for financial relief on and after divorce. You will find at the end of the course that you will have increased confidence about how to apply for financial relief and, to prepare for and present hearings. It covers all aspects of a case from first instructions to final order.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Apply the Pre-Action Protocol and know when to challenge a breach by another party
  • Issue proceedings in Form A
  • Prepare the Forms E, G, H, Statement of Issues and Questionnaires effectively, so as to provide and obtain proper disclosure
  • Attend a First Appointment and secure directions which will maximise your client’s settlement
  • Advise a client at FDR on the best realistic terms of settlement
  • Apply for Interlocutory Orders needed to protect your client’s position and secure assets
  • Use the statutory ‘guidelines’ so as to predict the likely outcome of a trial
  • Prepare for an effective Final Hearing

"A CPD certificate of completion will be provided by BPP Professional Education Limited upon request, following attendance."


Approved for accreditation by the Bar Standards Board

Course Dates

Location Dates Time Availability
Manchester 24 Sep 2020 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM  Spaces
London 02 Oct 2020 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM  Spaces
London 19 Nov 2020 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM  Spaces

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