In this episode of Whitehead Monckton’s HeadNotes podcast, family law solicitor Emma Palmer is joined by chartered financial planner Simon O’Connell to explain how pensions are dealt with during divorce here in the UK and why they are often one of the most valuable assets to consider in a financial settlement.
They discuss the different types of pensions, the options available when dividing pension assets, including Pension Sharing Orders, Pension Attachment Orders and offsetting, and the circumstances in which a Pension on Divorce Expert (PODE) may be recommended. The conversation also explores the Pension Advisory Group (PAG) guidance, common misconceptions about pension division, and the importance of obtaining specialist legal and financial advice to achieve a fair outcome and plan for retirement.
If you are going through a divorce or separation and need advice on pensions or other financial matters, visit our Financial Arrangements on Separation page to see how our family law team can help.
