For many doctors, their NHS pension is one of the most valuable assets they will ever own. Yet it is also one of the least understood.

Doctors often build complex financial arrangements throughout their careers. NHS pensions, GP partnerships, private practices, multiple income streams and business interests can all create issues that require careful consideration during divorce proceedings.

If you're going through a divorce and feel your spouse has the upper hand, you're not alone.

They may control the finances, have already taken legal advice, appear better prepared, want to move matters forward quickly, or suggest that you don't need legal representation.

While this can feel overwhelming, an imbalance at the outset does not determine the outcome.

Divorce is rarely just a legal process. For many — particularly those with significant wealth, complex financial arrangements, or a public profile — it is also a matter of privacy, reputation and control.

When divorcing or separating from your spouse or partner, any agreement reached in relation to finances should be approved by the court, who will approve the agreement as being reasonable and, so far as is possible, dismiss any further financial claims in the future.

However, this does not mean that court proceedings are an essential part of reaching an agreement; recently the onus has been put on parties using NCDR where possible.

The guide below sets out to explain, as briefly as possible, the different forms of NCDR that are available.

Divorce can be tough both emotionally and financially, and many wonder who covers the costs. This guide explains how fees work in England and Wales, including solicitors’ fees, court charges, and how costs may be shared.

How Are Long-Term Incentive Plans and Share Options Handled in a Divorce?

This article covers how courts handle, value, and divide LTIPs and share options in divorce.

In this guide, we’ll explore how Duxbury calculations work, when they are used, their benefits and limitations, and how they apply in high net worth divorce cases. Whether you're considering a clean break or evaluating ongoing spousal maintenance, understanding this model is essentials.

Navigating a high net worth divorce is a complex and multifaceted process that requires careful consideration of various legal, financial, and personal factors

Our essential guide to what’s involved and where to begin when it comes to high net worth divorce.