David Allison and Jeremy Johnson
In this episode, David Allison is joined by leading barrister Jeremy Johnson to compare divorce and financial claims in England and Wales with the system in New Zealand. The discussion focuses on issues relevant to individuals with connections to both jurisdictions.
Looking at both jurisdictions, they cover:
• Jurisdiction for divorce, including domicile and residency
• Financial claims on divorce
• Maintenance claims
• Claims available to non-married couples
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Key differences between England and Wales and New Zealand
About the speakers:
David Allison is a highly regarded family lawyer and accredited mediator. The focus of his practice is financial claims on divorce, particularly those involving jurisdiction disputes, international asset structures, and families with connections to multiple countries. He works closely with overseas lawyers and professionals to coordinate strategies that protect individual's interests while maintaining a constructive, solutions-focused approach.
Known for his calm and thoughtful style, David combines technical precision with a deep understanding of the human context behind each matter he deals with. He supports people through challenging transitions with clear guidance, helping them move forward with stability and confidence.
David is a member of both the International Academy of Family Lawyers, where he is chair of the Gender Identity and Sexuality Committee and Secretary to the Executive Committee, and the UK & Ireland LGBT Family Law Institute.
Jeremy Johnson is one of New Zealand's leading barristers. Jeremy is an experienced trial, arbitration and appellate advocate with expertise in relationship property, commercial, shareholder, insolvency, equity and trust law. Jeremy works across the Asia-Pacific region. Jeremy is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), a Fellow of the Arbitrators and Mediators Institute of New Zealand (AMINZ), a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), and a member of the International Trust Arbitration Organisation Advisory Board (ITAO).
