The New Regime of Family Property
[1977] NZLJ 81.
6 Pages Posted: 5 Mar 2015
Date Written: 1977
Abstract
The Matrimonial Property Act 1976 represents a complete change in philosophy from previous matrimonial property law. Less discretion has been given to the courts and more power has been given to the statutory scheme. This article goes through the new framework of matrimonial property, explaining the difference between separate and matrimonial property, the general rules around the sharing of property, and remedies that the courts may award.
Keywords: Matrimonial Property, Judicial Discretion, Statutory Framework, Law Reform, Equal Partnership.
JEL Classification: K39
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation
Atkin, Bill, The New Regime of Family Property (1977). [1977] NZLJ 81., Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=2573468
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