Matrimonial Causes Act 1973: Primary legislation governing divorce and financial settlements in England and Wales, particularly Section 25 which outlines the factors courts must consider when determining financial settlements
Marriage Act 1949: Fundamental legislation establishing the basic requirements for valid marriages in England and Wales
Human Rights Act 1998: Incorporates European Convention rights including Article 8 (right to respect for private and family life) and Article 1 of Protocol 1 (protection of property)
Radmacher v Granatino [2010] UKSC 42: Landmark Supreme Court case establishing that courts should give effect to nuptial agreements if freely entered into, unless unfair
White v White [2000] UKHL 54: Key case law establishing the principle of equality in distribution of matrimonial assets
Family Procedure Rules 2010: Set of rules governing procedural requirements for family proceedings in England and Wales
Law Society Family Law Protocol: Professional guidelines establishing best practices for family law matters including matrimonial agreements
Financial Disclosure Requirement: Mandatory requirement for both parties to provide full and frank disclosure of all financial assets
Independent Legal Advice: Requirement for both parties to receive separate and independent legal counsel before signing the agreement
28-Day Rule: Best practice requirement that prenuptial agreements should be signed at least 28 days before the wedding
No Duress Principle: Legal requirement that the agreement must be entered into freely without undue pressure or duress
Child Provision Requirement: Mandatory consideration and inclusion of appropriate provisions for any children in the marriage
Review Clause Requirement: Best practice requirement to include provisions for regular review and potential updates to the agreement
