A (A Child) [2014] EWCA Civ 1577

Schedule 1: Viewed in the round

Heather Souter reflects on the usefulness of the millionaire’s defence in Sch 1 proceedings in the context of the statutory criteria While Re Z confirms that the millionaire’s defence may be raised and relied upon in Sch 1 proceedings, it is important to note that such a defence does not give blanket protection when it …

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Schedule 1: Attention to detail

Che Meakins suggests that when dealing with a limited-means Schedule 1 claim, particular care should be taken to quantify means and needs ‘While Schedule 1 claims are not the same as matrimonial proceedings and ought not to be treated as such, the reality is that matrimonial decisions and rationale do tend to be referred to …

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