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17 May 07 #285 by Louise11
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Can anyone tell me what it means when a judge rules that this case is not a "needs case"?

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18 May 07 #298 by DownButNotOut
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I'm not sure that is a ruling - it looks more like a comment.

I would guess that the judge is saying that there is enough assets/income in this case to meet the needs of both parties and the dispute is over how much each party gets of the surplus assets and income.

Whereas most cases are 'needs based' as there is barely enough to meet the needs of both parties.

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