Financial Dispute Resolution Archives - Franklins Solicitors https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/faq_category/financial-dispute-resolution/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:48 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.5 Can financial arrangements be made legally binding? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/can-financial-arrangements-be-made-legally-binding/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:48 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10156 Yes. For parties who are divorcing or dissolving their civil partnership, a financial settlement can be formalised in a consent order for the approval by the Court. Unmarried couples may formalise agreements through a separation agreement or, where appropriate, a legally binding deed or court order relating to property or children.

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]]> Yes. For parties who are divorcing or dissolving their civil partnership, a financial settlement can be formalised in a consent order for the approval by the Court.

Unmarried couples may formalise agreements through a separation agreement or, where appropriate, a legally binding deed or court order relating to property or children.

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]]> What happens to the family home if we separate? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-happens-to-the-family-home-if-we-separate/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:57:23 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10154 If you are married or in a civil partnership, you may initially come to an agreement how you wish to deal with the family home. If you cannot come to a mutual agreement, the court can decide how property is divided. If you are unmarried, ownership and any legal agreements will usually determine how the [...]

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]]> If you are married or in a civil partnership, you may initially come to an agreement how you wish to deal with the family home. If you cannot come to a mutual agreement, the court can decide how property is divided.

If you are unmarried, ownership and any legal agreements will usually determine how the property is dealt with. Disputes may be resolved through negotiation or through the civil courts if necessary.

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]]> What rights do unmarried couples have? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-rights-do-unmarried-couples-have/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:56:31 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10152 Unmarried couples do not have the same automatic financial rights as married couples or civil partners, even if you own a home, share bills or have children together. Financial claims are usually based on property ownership, trust law or arrangements relating to children. It is important to seek early legal advice to understand your position.

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]]> Unmarried couples do not have the same automatic financial rights as married couples or civil partners, even if you own a home, share bills or have children together. Financial claims are usually based on property ownership, trust law or arrangements relating to children. It is important to seek early legal advice to understand your position.

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]]> How are assets divided if we were married or in a civil partnership? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-are-assets-divided-if-we-were-married-or-in-a-civil-partnership/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:55:35 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10150 When a marriage or civil partnership ends, the court considers factors under the Matrimonial Causes Act such as financial needs, income, earning capacity, contributions and the welfare of any children. The aim is to divide the matrimonial assets in a way that is considered fair based on your individual circumstances and meets both parties’ reasonable [...]

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]]> When a marriage or civil partnership ends, the court considers factors under the Matrimonial Causes Act such as financial needs, income, earning capacity, contributions and the welfare of any children. The aim is to divide the matrimonial assets in a way that is considered fair based on your individual circumstances and meets both parties’ reasonable needs.

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]]> Do we have to go to court to resolve financial matters? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/do-we-have-to-go-to-court-to-resolve-financial-matters/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:49:46 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10148 Not always. Many financial disputes following separation are resolved through mediation or negotiation through solicitors, whether you were married, in a civil partnership or living together. Once financial matters are agreed, this can be embodied into a Consent Order for a Judge to approve, making the agreement legally binding. By resolving financial matters through mediation [...]

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]]> Not always. Many financial disputes following separation are resolved through mediation or negotiation through solicitors, whether you were married, in a civil partnership or living together. Once financial matters are agreed, this can be embodied into a Consent Order for a Judge to approve, making the agreement legally binding. By resolving financial matters through mediation or negotiation, it allows you to have control over the outcome of your financial arrangements.

Court proceedings are typically a last resort if agreement cannot be reached.

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]]> What is Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR)? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-is-financial-dispute-resolution-fdr/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:49:20 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=10146 Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) is usually the second stage of the three stage-process within the court proceedings when dealing with an application for financial remedy. This provides the opportunity for both you and your spouse to try to agree an overall financial settlement. The judge provides an indication of what outcome may be appropriate to [...]

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]]> Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) is usually the second stage of the three stage-process within the court proceedings when dealing with an application for financial remedy. This provides the opportunity for both you and your spouse to try to agree an overall financial settlement. The judge provides an indication of what outcome may be appropriate to encourage agreement and assist the parties with an independent view of the merits of their circumstances. Both parties will be expected to make an offer of settlement. If an agreement is reached at the FDR, the terms will be drawn up in a Consent Order and approved by the Judge. If an agreement is not reached, the matter may be referred to a Final Hearing.

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]]> Can you guarantee a successful outcome? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/can-you-guarantee-a-successful-outcome/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:54:07 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=6889 No law firm can guarantee the outcome of a case, as much depends on the court’s decision. However, we will represent you vigorously and strategically at every stage.

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]]> No law firm can guarantee the outcome of a case, as much depends on the court’s decision. However, we will represent you vigorously and strategically at every stage.

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]]> What outcome can I expect? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/what-outcome-can-i-expect/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:53:52 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=6887 Outcomes depend on the specific circumstances. You may be awarded financial compensation, the enforcement of a contract, or a settlement agreement. Our priority is to achieve the best possible result for you.

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]]> Outcomes depend on the specific circumstances. You may be awarded financial compensation, the enforcement of a contract, or a settlement agreement. Our priority is to achieve the best possible result for you.

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]]> How much will it cost? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-much-will-it-cost/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:53:38 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=6885 Costs depend on the type and complexity of your case. We provide clear cost estimates after an initial consultation and offer different funding options, including fixed fees and hourly rates.

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]]> Costs depend on the type and complexity of your case. We provide clear cost estimates after an initial consultation and offer different funding options, including fixed fees and hourly rates.

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]]> How long does a dispute resolution case take? https://www.franklins-sols.co.uk/insights/faqs/how-long-does-a-dispute-resolution-case-take/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:53:21 +0000 https://franklins.global-exposure.co.uk/?post_type=avada_faq&p=6883 Timeframes vary depending on the complexity of the dispute and whether court action is required. Some disputes can be resolved in weeks, while others may take several months or longer.

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]]> Timeframes vary depending on the complexity of the dispute and whether court action is required. Some disputes can be resolved in weeks, while others may take several months or longer.

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