In divorce financial proceedings, people often ask if their ex’s behaviour will affect the outcome. 👉 The answer: usually no. The court is not there to punish bad behaviour, it’s about dividing finances fairly. ⚠️ But conduct can be taken into account if it’s so serious that it would be inequitable to ignore it. Examples: 🔹 Hiding or dissipating assets 🔹 Serious financial misconduct 🔹 In rare cases, extreme personal conduct with clear financial impact For most cases, it’s about needs, resour