Everything advisers need to know about non-court dispute resolution

Non-court dispute resolution can be more cost-effective and efficient

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Kiran Beeharry explores the issues clients need to know about when going through non-court dispute resolution

Family lawyers will say that in financial remedy proceedings and disputes concerning children, it is best to resolve matters quickly and amicably. This will save time, costs and reduce the level of animosity between separated parties. However, where the stakes are high, and when parties have one chance to resolve capital and pension claims (maintenance can be ongoing unless there is a clean break) in finance proceedings or the long-term care arrangements for children, is the Family Justice system fit for purpose in resolving matters swiftly? The old standard regime Pre- 29 April 202...

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