Abu Dhabi resident files for $272 million divorce settlement in ‘bellwether’ case
Case highlights Abu Dhabi’s growing reputation for handling complex, high-value divorces quickly and discreetly and represents a pivotal moment for…
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Supreme Court defeat for Russian-born billionaire Eugene Shvidler marks ‘huge blow’ in HNW UK sanctions fight
Shvidler, who was estimated to be worth more than £1.2 billion before the war, has had his UK-based assets frozen…
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Through the keyhole: how HNWs can protect privacy and reputation when employing household staff
As the lines between digital and private lives blur, high-net-worth families face growing risks to their privacy and security. Experts…
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Bringing wills into the 21st century: will major inheritance law reform soothe or spark legal battles?
The Law Commission's landmark report could shake up inheritance laws in England and Wales, granting stepfamilies, divorced partners and second…
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‘Nothing ages you like a bad divorce’: what HNWs are doing to avoid divorce drama
From therapy to 'nesting' and even shamanistic rituals, HNWs are going to great lengths to avoid an acrimonious divorce
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Robert Macfarlane’s new book asks ‘Should nature have legal rights?’
The British nature writer explores the idea that natural entities deserve legal standing in 'Is a River Alive?'
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What the UK’s third-largest divorce settlement teaches us about coercive control
A £230 million landmark ruling highlights an increasingly nuanced legal approach to coercive behaviour in divorce
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Pre-marital wealth doesn’t have to be shared on divorce, Supreme Court rules
The eagerly anticipated judgment in the landmark case of Standish v Standish will have far-reaching implications for the division of…
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What are the legal risks of international relocation?
After a divorce, the international relocation of children can quickly create a tangled web of legal complexity
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Fixed fees split opinion in UHNW divorces
As the battle against exorbitant legal costs in divorce goes on, could fixed fees be a viable solution? Expert opinion…
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The best litigation funding providers
Welcome to the Spear’s ranking of the best divorce litigation funding providers for individuals embroiled in complex legal disputes
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The best divorce consultancy and support service providers
Welcome to the Spear’s ranking of the leading divorce consultants and coaches for individuals facing the end of their marriages
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The best family lawyers
Welcome to the Spear's ranking of the best family lawyers to advise on high-value divorces, cohabitation disputes, child custody, nuptial…
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The best family law barristers
Welcome to the Spear’s ranking of the best family law barristers for individuals navigating high-stakes divorce proceedings, litigation and complex…
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What is a precedent prenup?
Template-based ‘precedent prenups' are an emerging trend among wealthy families
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Spear’s Family Law Survey 2025: Experts identify core trends
Collaborative divorce, ‘forum shopping’ and London's legal standing on the world stage are key themes in this year's survey
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How non-court dispute resolution is changing family law
Reforms have to led to a sharp increase in divorces being settled out of court. But mediation is no silver…
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Will UK reforms stop the scourge of debanking?
UK debanking reforms will offer protection and legal leverage to UHNW individuals, particularly those concerned about politically influenced banking decisions,…
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How the Tattle Life ruling backs HNW defamation claims
A groundbreaking libel case revealed the identity of the operator behind Tattle Life, a gossip site accused of profiting from…
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Landmark ruling targets economic abuse in HNW relationships
Experts reveal how a Supreme Court decision on coercion could reshape wealthy financial dealings
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