United Kingdom: Family Law

Pre-nups allow couples to retain control over their finances and have certainty over what may happen in the future.

Relocating a child internationally is a significant and often emotionally charged decision, governed by strict legal provisions in England and Wales.

Richard Kershaw, Partner in our Family and Relationships department, discusses the critical role jurisdiction plays in divorce proceedings, especially when considering the financial implications of divorcing in the UK versus abroad.

In our February newsletter Kate Landells discussed the importance of the child's voice in decision-making post separation.

Family Law Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of United Kingdom, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Effective 27 January 2025, the Family Courts in England and Wales have undergone a landmark shift towards greater transparency.

Paul Wild and Holly Cullen consider a recent case with Christina Haynes and millionaire ex-partner, Mark Austin, which has captured public attention on this question. Haynes claimed that Austin had promised her half of their £18 million family home.

Simply put, covert recordings are "any recordings made without the express knowledge and permission of the people being recorded, whether by video or audio."

What happens to the family home, an inheritance, or a gifted property when a marriage ends? A landmark ruling from the UK Supreme Court in Standish v Standish (2 July 2025) has just reshaped how courts decide what's fair when dividing...