When the Family Court hands down a judgment that quietly but powerfully illustrates how financial remedy law works in practice—especially when one party refuses to engage—it deserves attention. Jessica Vlijter v Cornell Lloyd Vlijter [2025] EWFC 458 (B), heard in Watford before Deputy …
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Intergenerational living and divorce
When families live together across generations, that can be relevant when couples divorce. The recent case of A v N & R [2025] EWFC 371 (B), shines a spotlight on the increasingly common situation where an elderly parent contributes financially to their adult child’s home, only for questions of …
A Complex Family Dispute Unfolds in the Central Family Court
In a recent judgment from the Central Family Court, His Honour Judge Edward Hess presided over a complex and emotionally charged case involving the Copinger-Symes family. The case, which spanned multiple countries and involved significant financial stakes, highlights the intricate dynamics of family …