Matrimonial Causes Act 1973: Primary legislation governing divorce in England and Wales, particularly Section 25 which deals with financial arrangements and factors courts consider in financial settlements
Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020: Recent legislation implementing no-fault divorce in England and Wales from April 2022, removing the need to prove fault-based facts
Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984: Legislation covering various aspects of matrimonial proceedings including financial relief after overseas divorce
Family Law Act 1996: Framework legislation dealing with various aspects of family law including domestic violence protection and property rights
Children Act 1989: Comprehensive legislation governing arrangements for children, including custody, access, and welfare considerations in divorce cases
Welfare Reform and Pensions Act 1999: Legislation covering pension sharing arrangements in divorce settlements
Family Law Reform Act 1969: Legislation reforming various aspects of family law including provisions affecting divorce proceedings
Civil Partnership Act 2004: Legislation establishing civil partnerships and relevant provisions for their dissolution
Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Legislation governing property rights and trusts relevant to matrimonial property division
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental property law legislation affecting how matrimonial property is held and transferred
Tax Legislation: Various tax laws affecting divorce settlements including Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, and Income Tax implications
