The challenging nature of Schedule 1 applications

Table of contents

• Original news
• What issues did this case raise? Were there any particularly unusual features to the case and why is it significant?
• How useful is the judgment in clarifying how the court will approach determining an application for financial provision for a child under ChA 1989, Sch 1?
• Are there any grey areas remaining that lawyers need to be alert to?
• What are the implications of the decision for lawyers and their clients?
• Do you have any predictions for future developments?

Article summary

Family analysis: How will the court approach applications for financial provision for a child under the Children Act 1989 (ChA 1989)? Vicki McLynn, principal lawyer in the family team at Pannone part of Slater & Gordon, says the clear methodology and wording of the ruling in a recent case is very useful in demonstrating the steps to reach an award.