S3 Ep07 - Pensions on Divorce: What family practitioners need to know

Family FinanceFinancial Remedy
Written By Bella Tait

Pensions are often the most valuable, and most overlooked, asset in divorce proceedings. In this episode of Family Law and More, we’re joined by Richard Nobbs of Excalibur Actuaries, a key contributor to the Pensions Advisory Group, to unpack the complexities of pensions on divorce.

We explore why pensions matter, how they fit into the broader financial picture, and what family law practitioners should be looking out for from the outset. 


Richard shares expert insights on when a pension merits further investigation, when it doesn’t, and how to approach cases where instructing a pensions expert may not be possible.
Whether you're newly qualified or highly experienced, this episode will sharpen your understanding of when and how to engage with pensions effectively in your cases.

Bella Tait

Bella, called to the bar in 2021, joined Unit Chambers after completing successful pupillage in 2023 under the supervision of Lisa Edmunds and Kristine Lidgerwood. She's recognised as a bright, compassionate, and fearless advocate, dedicated to providing robust and detailed representation for her clients.

Since joining chambers, Bella has developed a wide range of expertise:

Public law: representing local authorities, parents, and guardians, with a focus on complex care matters and deprivation of liberties. Private law: handling complex finding of fact hearings, expert applications, and relocation cases (international and domestic). Injunctions: non-molestation orders, occupation orders, and forced marriage protection orders.

Financial remedies: FDAs, FDRs, final hearings, and interim applications.

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