Joshua Green writes for Spear's Magazine on Wagatha Christie’s lessons for HNWs
The High Court libel trial known jovially as the “Wagatha Christie” case has fuelled Britain’s obsession with celebrity spats, but it also holds some valuable lessons for HNWs preparing for court.
Joshua Green, Senior Associate, writes for Spear's Magazine on covert evidence gathering – a tactic now often used by separating parties in family proceedings.
Joshua's article was first published by Spear's Magazine. Read the full article here.
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