Matrimonial Causes Act 1973: Primary legislation governing divorce in England and Wales, particularly Section 25 which outlines the factors courts must consider when making financial orders in divorce proceedings.
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property rights and interests in England and Wales, essential for determining how property ownership is structured within the prenuptial agreement.
Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984: Legislation relating to financial relief in matrimonial cases, providing framework for financial arrangements in marriage and divorce.
Radmacher v Granatino [2010] UKSC 42: Supreme Court landmark case establishing that courts should give effect to prenuptial agreements if freely entered into, unless it would be unfair to hold parties to their agreement.
White v White [2000] UKHL 54: Landmark case that established the principle of equal division as a starting point in matrimonial property disputes.
Family Law (Divorce etc.) Act 1996: Legislation covering mediation requirements and information provision in family law matters, relevant for prenuptial agreement procedures.
Human Rights Act 1998: Ensures that prenuptial agreements comply with fundamental human rights legislation and principles.
Married Women's Property Act 1882: Historical but still relevant legislation governing property rights of married women, forming part of the foundation of modern matrimonial property law.
Civil Partnership Act 2004: Legislation governing civil partnerships, relevant when considering precedents and parallel provisions for prenuptial agreements.
Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Governs the operation of trusts of land and the powers and duties of trustees, relevant for property held in trust within prenuptial agreements.
Family Law Act 1996: Provides framework for protection against domestic violence and property rights, ensuring safeguards are incorporated into prenuptial agreements.
