Court of Appeal clarifies when expert evidence is 'necessary'

Table of contents

• Original news
• What key issues did the case raise?
• What guidance did the court give on FPR 2010, 25.1?
• Did this judgment clarify the law in this area, or are there still any grey areas remaining
• What should lawyers advising in this area take note of?

Article summary

Family analysis: A recent case before the Court of Appeal considered whether permitting expert evidence was ‘necessary’ for the purposes of the Family Procedure Rules 2010. Barbara Mills, barrister at 4 Paper Buildings, takes a look at the issue.