Financial instruments often form a significant part of the asset pool in family law property settlements. These instruments may include shares, derivatives, options, bonds, managed funds, or complex investment structures. While some financial assets appear straightforward, determining their true value can be far more complex than simply checking a market price. In family law disputes, financial instruments may be held through companies, trusts, or investment portfolios. Their

In many family law property disputes, the focus quickly turns to the value of a business. While attention is often given to profits, goodwill, or property, another category of assets can significantly affect the outcome of a settlement: plant, equipment and infrastructure. These assets can include manufacturing machinery, construction equipment, vehicles, specialised tools, or even large infrastructure systems used in a business. Determining their true value is not always str