Lump Sum Orders: Dual purpose

Mills & Reeve | Family Law Journal | November 2014 #141
In the first of a two-part back-to-basics guide Jane Booth explores the types of lump sum order that may be made, together with drafting tips and practice points ‘The distinction between multiple lump sum payments and a single sum payable by instalments is relevant if the need for variation arises.’ On divorce, dissolution, nullity or …

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Capitalised Maintenance: Last orders?

Paris Smith LLP | Family Law Journal | December 2013/January 2014 #132
Huw Miles looks at the finality of orders and why and how financial orders may be varied ‘Grocholewska-Mullins is an example of a living and variable order going through varying states of health, with a judge attempting to use the resources now available to achieve a belated clean break.’ When a court makes a financial …

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Periodical Payments: Defining need

Pannone, part of Slater & Gordon | Family Law Journal | June 2012 #117
Claire Reid considers the varying approach of the courts in assessing periodical payments ‘Charles J stated that the core principle was an application of needs, assessed by reference to the standard of living the parties had enjoyed during the marriage.’ While s3 of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (MCA 1973) grants the power to order …

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