When a relationship ends, the legal and financial issues that follow can feel overwhelming. The decisions made during this period shape not only the immediate future, but the long-term security of each person involved. Property, assets, businesses, income, trust interests and family wealth all require careful handling, often under difficult emotional and financial circumstances.

At Fortis Rose, we provide calm, structured and discreet support to clients navigating divorce, financial relief, and disputes involving property and assets. Our approach is grounded in clarity, strategic foresight and a deep understanding of both the legal framework and the human reality behind every case. Clients value our ability to bring order and stability to situations that are often complex, sensitive and uncertain.

A Focus on Financial Outcomes and Asset Protection

Modern financial remedy cases are rarely straightforward. They often involve a combination of property ownership, business interests, trust structures, investment portfolios, overseas assets, pensions and questions of liquidity. Obtaining a fair outcome requires clear analysis, disciplined preparation and an understanding of how the courts approach disclosure, needs and fairness.

We help clients build a complete and accurate financial picture, identifying what exists, what may be hidden, and what requires expert valuation. Where appropriate, we work with forensic accountants, valuers and financial experts to ensure the true financial position is properly understood and evidenced.

Our role is to help clients understand their options, anticipate the likely approach of the court and negotiate or litigate with a clear and realistic strategy.

Divorce and the Dissolution of Civil Partnerships

Divorce involves both legal process and practical decision-making. We guide clients through every stage of the divorce or dissolution process, ensuring that procedural requirements are met and that the financial aspects are handled with precision.

Whether the financial issues are straightforward or highly contested, we ensure that the legal process aligns with the client’s wider priorities, financial security, stability, and the ability to move forward without unnecessary conflict.

Financial Relief and Complex Asset Division

Financial remedy work forms the core of our practice. We advise clients in cases involving:

• Substantial property portfolios

• Family businesses and corporate structures

• Trusts and third-party interests

• Non-disclosure and asset dissipation

• High and fluctuating incomes

• Pensions and long-term financial provision

• International assets or jurisdictional complexities

We help clients understand not only what the law provides, but how it is applied in practice: what courts consider fair, how needs and obligations are assessed, and how to approach negotiations strategically and constructively.

Where settlement is possible, we work to achieve it in a way that protects the client’s position and avoids drawn-out conflict. Where litigation is necessary, we proceed with clarity, discipline and a focus on outcomes.

Property Disputes and TLATA (Trusts of Land) Claims

Not all family disputes arise through marriage. We regularly act in property disputes between cohabiting partners, former partners or family members where ownership, contributions or beneficial interests are contested.

Under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act (TLATA), the court can determine:

• Who owns a property

• What share each person holds

• Whether a property must be sold

• How proceeds should be divided

These cases require careful evidence, of intention, contributions, reliance and detriment, as well as sensitive but firm negotiation. We help clients present their case clearly and understand the strengths and vulnerabilities within their position.

Trusts, Inheritance and Family Wealth Structures

Many financial disputes involve assets held in trust, family investment companies or other structures designed to protect wealth. These add an additional layer of technical complexity, particularly where questions arise around disclosure, intention or control.

We advise on:

• Trust structures affecting financial settlements

• Claims involving third-party or family-owned businesses

• Dissipation or diversion of assets

• Inter-family loans, gifts and equity contributions

Our combined experience in corporate, commercial and property matters allows us to approach these issues with a broad, multi-disciplinary understanding.

When Urgent Action Is Needed: Freezing Injunctions and Protective Measures

In some cases, immediate action is required, for example, where assets are at risk of being hidden, transferred or depleted. We act quickly to seek or resist urgent applications such as:

• Freezing injunctions

• Orders preventing the disposal of property or business assets

• Orders requiring disclosure or delivery up of documents

Speed matters. So does accuracy. We ensure that urgent steps are taken with precision and supported by robust evidence.

Why Clients Choose Fortis Rose

We take a strategic approach with early analysis, realistic advice and clear planning.
We adopt a calm and steady handling. This is particularly important where emotions run high and decisions carry long-term consequences. We also look for strong technical knowledge, especially in cases involving businesses, trusts, complex assets or financial investigation. We apply discretion and sensitivity paired with firm representation when needed and we provide clear communication so that clients always understand their position, risks and options.

We ensure that legal expertise is combined with a human approach, demonstrating our understanding that family law is not only about law, but about people.

Illustrative Example

We recently acted for a client facing a highly contested financial claim involving multiple properties, substantial overseas assets and allegations of undisclosed funds. By conducting a detailed financial analysis, obtaining expert valuations and challenging the inconsistencies in the other party’s evidence, we secured a fair and balanced settlement that protected our client’s long-term position and ensured full financial clarity.

What could have become a multi-year dispute was resolved through disciplined strategy and targeted negotiation.

Move Forward with Clarity

Whether you are facing divorce, a complex financial dispute, a TLATA claim or issues involving property and asset division, early advice can make a decisive difference. We are here to help you move forward with confidence, structure and a clear understanding of your options.

Speak to us in confidence about your situation.