The UK Supreme Court’s decision in Standish v Standish is a landmark case clarifying how non-matrimonial assets are treated in divorce proceedings. Join this session to explore what this ruling means for family and private client practitioners.
The ruling in Standish v Standish is highly relevant for both family and private client practitioners – particularly in cases where death occurs before financial separation is complete.
Led by expert barristers specialising in family law and contentious probate, the session will cover:
- distinguishing matrimonial and non-matrimonial property
- impacts on estate planning and claims under the Inheritance Act 1975
- disputes involving surviving spouses
- broader themes such as predatory marriage, financial abuse, and the legal treatment of marriage in probate contexts
Learning objectives
SRA Competencies A2
By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of:
- How Standish v Standish redefines treatment of non-matrimonial assets in divorce and estate disputes
- Risks and remedies when death precedes divorce in high-value estate planning cases
- How to apply family law insights to inheritance claims involving spouses, children, and complex family dynamics
Who should attend?
- Private Client practitioners
- Family Law practitioners
- Contentious probate specialists
- Barristers with cross-disciplinary expertise in family and probate law
Date & Time: Tues 21 September 2025, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Pricing:
- Members of the Private Client Solicitors £36 + VAT
- Law Society Members - £48 + VAT
- Standard - £60 + VAT
