Shareholder Dispute Valuations (S994)
Fair value valuations for Companies Act 2006 unfair prejudice petitions.
Experts value shares in s994 unfair prejudice petitions at fair value - typically without minority discount. We support joint expert meetings, joint statements under CPR PD35, and High Court Chancery Division trials where petitioner and respondent valuations diverge.
| Phase | What we do | Deliverable |
|---|---|---|
| Case Analysis | Review petition, defence, and prejudice allegations | Valuation brief |
| Fair Value Assessment | Apply court-directed valuation standard | Proportionate share valuation |
| Joint Expert Process | Meet opposing expert and prepare joint statement | Agreed/disputed issues schedule |
| Report | CPR Part 35 compliant report and oral evidence | Court-ready report |
Related case type: S994 petitions
Common questions
- What is fair value in an S994 unfair prejudice petition?
- Fair value usually means a proportionate share of the whole company without a minority discount that would reward the oppressor. The expert follows the court's directions on valuation date, basis, and whether discounts or premiums apply.
- Do S994 valuations usually involve a single joint expert?
- Courts often encourage joint experts or joint statements under CPR PD35 where party-appointed experts diverge. Experts meet to narrow issues on methodology, maintainable earnings, and discount rate before trial.
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