Published: 21/02/2025 13:50
Sophie Clayton is a specialist family law barrister at QEB predominantly practising in financial remedies law. Sophie takes a keen interest in pro bono issues and sits on the Pro Bono and Social Responsibility Committee of the Bar Council. She previously directed the ‘Vocalise’ student programme at Gray’s Inn.
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On Friday, 17 January 2024, Mr Justice Cusworth handed down the judgment of *Vince v Vince* [2024] EWFC 389 (Fam), which addresses a number of pertinent issues concerning business valuations, arguments over the duration of the marital partnership and whether pre- or post-marital endeavour warrants a departure from the sharing principle. This article aims to summarise the main points and issues raised by both parties, together with some helpful guidance provided by Cusworth J.
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