Family and Matrimonial

When a marriage ends, obtaining a divorce does not automatically resolve financial arrangements between former spouses. This comprehensive guide examines how courts divide money, property, pensions, business interests and debts, explaining the legal framework, negotiation options, and why formalizing agreements through consent orders is essential to protect both parties' financial futures.

UK citizens owning property in European countries like Spain, Italy, or France face complex succession laws that differ significantly from British inheritance rules. Many European jurisdictions enforce mandatory inheritance portions for relatives that cannot be easily overridden, potentially conflicting with your intended estate distribution. Understanding these forced heirship rules and creating jurisdiction-specific wills becomes essential for ensuring your overseas assets pass to your chosen beneficiarie

From 1 July 2026, a wide range of Family Court fees will increase in England and Wales.