The breakdown of a relationship and divorce can be stressful, challenging, and complicated.

This is particularly the case in high net worth divorces which often involve overseas properties and complex financial structures created to achieve tax efficiency.

In the video below  Jones Myers Managing Partner, Richard Peaker, a leading light in High Net Worth Divorce, explains the myriad of challenges in these cases, which often include the analysis of complex evidence to enable the differentiation between matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets.  

He also shares insights into the options available for those seeking to avoid a lengthy, expensive,  time consuming – and very public – court divorce.         

Richard Peaker, a Chambers and Legal 500 Leading Partner, has an enviable reputation in representing high net worth individuals and advising on high-value matrimonial finance disputes.

A specialist in high net worth cases, Richard acts for clients regionally, nationally, and internationally. Richard heads Jones Myers Financial Remedies Department – an acclaimed leader in financial remedy proceedings, shareholder issues, property portfolios, complex pension schemes, offshore trusts.

Specialising in high net worth cases (up to £250m), the department manages matters involving tens of millions of pounds and is regularly instructed in multi-jurisdictional proceedings, cases involving complex corporate (often offshore) trust structures.

The extensive expertise of Jones Myers specialist family lawyers in the area of high net worth divorce is second to none and includes children law specialists and an in-house counsel. 

Every case is treated as unique and the firm works with highly experienced forensic experts and tax specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes for its clients individual situation.    

For queries on divorce/family law, call 0113 246 0055 (Leeds) 01423 276104 (Harrogate), 202550 (York). Visit www.jonesmyers.co.uk, email info@jonesmyers.co.uk or tweet @helpwithdivorce Jones Myers blog is ranked 5th among the UK’s Best 20 Family Law Blogs to follow in 2026

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