Assumption: "The judge will want to hear about the affairs and the behaviour — I'll put it all in."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
The ES1 asks whether you are asserting conduct under s.25(2)(g). The threshold is high — affairs, arguments, poor parenting, and emotional hurt don't usually count.
Court Reality
Conduct only becomes relevant in financial remedy if it would be inequitable for the court to ignore it — serious financial misconduct, hiding or destroying assets, or behaviour with a direct financial impact. Bad behaviour in a marriage rarely clears that bar.
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The Gap?
"The judge will want to hear about the affairs and the behaviour — I'll put it all in."
Court Reality
Conduct only becomes relevant in financial remedy if it would be inequitable for the court to ignore it — serious financial misconduct, hiding or destroying assets, or behaviour with a direct financial impact. Bad behaviour in a marriage rarely clears that bar.
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