Assumption: "(Evidence) The judge will go on what I remember."
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
People expect their own account of what was agreed or intended years ago to carry the most weight.
Court Reality
Emails, accountant's letters and tax advice written at the time often carry more weight than either person's memory years later. In RRE v JPR [2026] EWFC 7, documents from when assets were moved were central to deciding why they were moved. Keep and gather paperwork from the time.
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The Gap?
"(Evidence) The judge will go on what I remember."
Court Reality
Emails, accountant's letters and tax advice written at the time often carry more weight than either person's memory years later. In RRE v JPR [2026] EWFC 7, documents from when assets were moved were central to deciding why they were moved. Keep and gather paperwork from the time.
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