Standish v Standish: A Cross Border Analysis of Non-Matrimonial Property | Law Society of Scotland

21 October 2026

Online | 1 hour’s verifiable CPD

While statutory guidance and four decades of case law make non-matrimonial property a familiar concept in Scots law, navigating it in England and Wales poses unique challenges.

Join Savita Sharma, Consultant Solicitor at Freemans Solicitors, and dual-qualified in Scots and English & Welsh family law, for a cross-border analysis centered on the landmark case Standish v Standish.

What the session will cover:

  • A direct comparison of Scottish vs. English & Welsh legal approaches to matrimonial and non-matrimonial property
  • An in-depth analysis of Standish v Standish and the evolving legal landscape in England and Wales
  • Practical insights on jurisdiction, forum selection, and advising clients on intra-UK cross-border divorces

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