What You Can—and Can’t—Claim A recent High Court decision in CC v UU [2025] EWFC 214 has clarified an important point for anyone considering further litigation after a financial remedy order is made: once a clean break is in place, you may not be able to claim legal costs from your …
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Private FDRs
Private FDRs: Confidentiality Matters More Than Ever A recent decision in BC v BC [2025] EWFC 236 has reinforced the principle that what happens in a private Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) hearing must remain confidential. Mr Justice Peel ruled that a husband’s open offer, which …
Conduct in financial matters
Conduct and Prenups: A New Line in the Sand? A recent decision in Y v Z [2025] EWFC 221 has clarified how courts approach allegations of conduct in financial remedy cases—especially when a pre-nuptial agreement (PNA) is in play. Mr Justice Cusworth’s judgment offers practical insight …