(Final Hearing – Financial Remedy)
By the time you reach Final Hearing, the Judge already knows the paperwork.
This statement is your chance to clearly explain:
What you are asking for
Why it is fair
How it meets needs
This is not about who was right or wrong in the marriage.
It is about fairness and finances.
Structure to Follow
- Introduction – Keep It Short
Start by saying:
Your name
Whether you are the Applicant or Respondent
That this statement is for the Final Hearing
A short summary of what you are asking for (for example: sale of the house and 60% of the equity, pension share of 40%, clean break etc.)
No life story. No emotion. Just clarity.
- Basic Background
Include:
Date you started living together
Date of marriage
Date of separation
Length of the relationship
Ages of both parties
Ages of any children
That’s it.
Do not:
Explain why the marriage ended
Describe arguments
Attach old messages
The court is not deciding blame.
- The Children (If You Have Them)
The court’s first consideration is the children’s welfare.
Explain:
Where the children live
Schooling
Any special needs
Why stable housing matters
Focus on bedrooms, schools, and stability.
Avoid criticising the other parent unless it directly affects housing or finances.
- Finances – Be Clear and Honest
Explain:
Your income
Their income (from Form E/updated disclosure)
The value of the house
Savings
Pensions
Any debts
If something hasn’t been disclosed, briefly explain what is missing and why it matters.
Do not:
Make accusations without evidence
Guess figures
Exaggerate
Judges spot that instantly.
- Your Housing Need
This is usually the most important part.
Explain:
What size property you need
Rough property prices in your area
Mortgage capacity (if known)
Why this level of housing is reasonable
Be realistic. The court deals with needs, not wish lists.
- Standard of Living During the Marriage
Briefly describe:
Type of home
General lifestyle
Keep it factual. Avoid drama.
- Contributions
Explain:
Who worked and earned
Who cared for children
Who paid the deposit (if relevant)
Any inheritances
Remember:
The law treats homemaking and earning as equally valuable.
Avoid:
“I worked harder.” “I made the money”
Trying to minimise the other person’s role.
- Pensions
If pensions are unequal:
Say whether you want a pension share
Or whether you propose offsetting
Keep it simple and clear.
- Your Proposal (This Is Critical)
Set it out clearly in numbers.
For example:
The house to be sold and equity split 55/45.
Pension share of 30%.
Each keeps own savings.
Clean break.
Be precise. No vague wording.
What NOT To Include
Please avoid:
Character attacks
Emotional language
Parenting complaints
WhatsApp arguments
Affairs or moral blame
Repeating everything in your Form E
Long explanations about who caused the divorce
If it doesn’t affect money or housing, it doesn’t belong here.
Practical Tips
Use headings
Keep paragraphs short
Stay calm and factual
Double-check your figures match ES1/ES2
Usually aim for up to 12 pages
Before filing, ask yourself:
Does this help the Judge decide what is fair?
If the answer is no, remove it.
Final Reminder
The court’s job is fairness.
That means:
Meeting needs
Considering the length of the marriage
Looking at contributions
Ensuring children are properly housed
It is not about punishment.
It is not about winning.
It is about a fair outcome so both of you can move forward.