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Stop press: The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Commencement No 6 and Transitional and Saving Provisions) Regulations 2026, SI 2026/82 now activate the outstanding parts of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA 2025). Measures covering subject access requests, legitimate interests, purpose limitation, automated decision-making, cross-border transfers and enforcement take effect from 5 February 2026, while those on penalty notices and complaints apply from 19 June 2026. For further detail, refer to Practice Note: Data (Use and Access) Act 2025—employment implications. This Precedent will shortly be revised to reflect these developments. [to be printed on employer letterhead] [ Name of Employee ][ Address ][ Date ] Dear [ insert employee's name ] Secondment to [ insert name of host company ] Following our recent conversations, I am writing to confirm the arrangements we have agreed for your secondment to [ insert name of host company ] (the
[ Insert name and address of client ] [ insert date ] Dear [ insert name of contact at the client ] Explaining the disclosure process and your obligations Thank you for instructing us in relation to [ insert matter name / details ]. [ This letter accompanies our retainer OR Our retainer will follow under separate cover ]. It [ has been confirmed OR is likely OR is possible ] that your dispute with [ describe other parties ] will be determined in the Business and Property Courts [ if it proceeds to formal litigation ]. This letter explains what disclosure under the Disclosure Scheme ( DS ) in the Business and Property Courts involves, and what you must know about the procedure. The DS seeks a fundamental cultural shift in the approach to disclosure in civil litigation. So, even if you have handled
This Agreement is entered into on [ insert date ] between: 1 [ insert name of manufacturer ] [ of OR a company incorporated in [ England and Wales ] under number [ insert registered number ] whose registered office is at ] [ insert address ] (Manufacturer); and 2 [ insert name of customer ] [ of OR a company incorporated in [ England and Wales ] under number [ insert registered number ] whose registered office is at ] [ insert address ] (Customer). Each of the Manufacturer and the Customer is a party and, together, the Manufacturer and the Customer constitute the parties... Background: (A) The Manufacturer manufactures [ insert ]... (B) The Customer Group manages the distribution and sale of [ insert ]... (C) The Manufacturer intends to manufacture and sell the Product to the
This Deed is dated on [ insert day and month ] 20[ insert year ] Parties [ Insert name of Chargor ], being a company incorporated in England and Wales, bearing registered number [ insert company number ], and whose registered office is situate at [ insert address ] (the Chargor); and [ Insert name of Lender ] of [ insert address ] (the Lender). Recitals The Lender makes facilities available to the Chargor under various financing arrangements. It is a condition of the Lender making the facilities available to the Chargor that the Chargor enter into this Deed in favour of the Lender. ...
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Costs estimate to final hearing Dear [ insert client name ] Following the financial dispute resolution ( FDR) appointment on [ insert date ], I am providing a summary of costs up to and including the final hearing listed for [ insert date ] in this matter. As outlined in our terms of business dated [ insert date ], my hourly rate stands at £[ insert amount ] [ plus VAT ]. [ insert name ] will continue to oversee the matter overall and will provide input into preparation for the final hearing. To control expenditure, tasks will, where appropriate, be allocated to other fee earners within the team who work at different hourly rates. For your information and records, I enclose a schedule detailing our hourly rates......
Dear [ insert client ] Invoice and monies on account Please find enclosed my firm’s invoice covering the period [ insert date ] to [ insert date ], together with an itemised breakdown so that you can review how the charges have arisen. The total amount payable is £[ insert amount ] [ including VAT ]. [ This invoice covers the following work [ insert detail of work ]. ] EITHER [ As there are adequate funds on client account, I have moved monies to settle this bill. This leaves £[ insert amount ] on client account following settlement of this invoice. Please could you let me have £[ insert amount ] to top up your client account in......
Dear [ insert organisation name ] Our client: [ insert name ] Policy number: [ insert policy number ] We act on behalf of the [ applicant OR respondent ], [ insert name ], in relation to divorce and financial proceedings......
[ insert date ] Dear [ insert client’s name ] I am currently compiling your draft Form E financial statement, which needs to be filed at court and provided to [ your OR the solicitors acting for your ] [ former ] [ husband OR wife OR civil partner ] by [ insert date ], in line with the court’s directions......
This brief note provides general guidance about lodging at court a financial consent order and the statement of information in Form D81. Your family solicitor will be able to provide tailored advice based on your particular circumstances. Which documents are submitted to the court? The financial arrangement agreed between you and your [ spouse OR civil partner ] only takes legal effect once it is approved as a court order and formally sealed by the court. Securing a sealed order is the sole route by which the financial claims you each have, arising from the marriage or civil partnership between you, can be dismissed, either straightaway or on a set future date, in accordance with the terms agreed. The following documents are typically filed with the court online: a consent order signed by both parties a statement of information for a financial remedy consent order ( Form D81) a court...
UPON HEARING [ counsel OR solicitor ] for the claimant and [ counsel OR solicitor ] for the defendant: Declaration of trust in relation to a property THE COURT DECLARES that the property described as [ insert address ], Title No [ insert title number ] (the Property), is held by the defendant as trustee for [ him OR her ] and the claimant [ as tenants in common in equal shares OR in the following shares, namely [ set out the parties’ shares in the property ] OR . The court appoints the claimant and the defendant as new trustees of the trust of the Property in substitution for the defendant alone, to hold as tenants in common in equal shares OR in the following shares, namely [ set out the parties’ shares in the property ] ]. ] Occupation of a...
1 Introduction This letter is provided as a joint instruction to you, engaged as an expert in financial remedy proceedings connected to divorce proceedings between [ client’s full name ] and [ spouse’s full name ]. You are jointly instructed by [ lead firm preparing letter ], who act on behalf of [ client’s full name ], and by [ name and address of spouse’s solicitors ], [ telephone number and email of spouse’s solicitors ] on behalf of [ spouse’s full name ], but on the basis that you will deliver an expert opinion independent of each of them. At the first appointment on [ date of first appointment ], District Judge [ name ], sitting at the Family Court at [ location ], made the following order [ insert exact wording from order ]. The parties have agreed that you are...
1 Introduction This letter serves as a joint instruction to you, appointed as an expert in financial remedy matters arising from the divorce between [ client’s full name ] and [ spouse’s full name ]. You are jointly instructed by [ lead firm preparing letter ], acting for [ client’s full name ], and by [ name and address of spouse’s solicitors ], [ telephone number and email of spouse’s solicitors ] for [ spouse’s full name ], on the clear understanding that your expert opinion will be independent of both sides. At the first appointment on [ date of first appointment ], District Judge [ name ], sitting at the Family Court at [ location ], made the following order [ insert exact wording from order ]. The parties have agreed that you are to be instructed jointly as the single joint expert. The scope of...
1 Introduction This letter serves as a joint instruction addressed to you, as an expert on financial remedy matters arising within divorce proceedings between [ client’s full name ] and [ spouse’s full name ], and is provided for that purpose herein. The instruction is made jointly by [ lead firm preparing letter ], representing [ client’s full name ], together with [ name and address of spouse’s solicitors ], [ telephone number and email of spouse’s solicitors ], acting for [ spouse’s full name ]; your opinion is to be provided independently of both parties at all material times. At the first appointment held on [ date of first appointment ], District Judge [ name ], sitting at the Family Court at [ location ], made the following order: [ insert exact wording from order ]. The parties have consented to your...
1 Introduction We write to issue a joint instruction to you, an expert in financial remedy matters arising from [ divorce OR dissolution ] proceedings between [ client’s full name ], born on [ insert date of birth ], and [ spouse/civil partner’s full name ], born on [ insert date of birth ]. Your instruction is joint, from [ lead firm preparing letter ], acting for [ client’s full name ], and from [ name and address of spouse/civil partner’s solicitors ], [ telephone number and email of spouse/civil partner’s solicitors ], on behalf of [ spouse/civil partner’s full name ], on the clear understanding that your expert opinion will be independent of both parties. [ At the first appointment on [ date of first appointment ], District Judge [ name ], sitting in the Family Court at [ location ], made the...
This DEED is executed on [ insert date and month ] 20[ insert year ] Parties [ Insert name of first party ] of [ insert address of first party ] ([ AB ]); and [ Insert name of second party ] of [ insert address of second party ] ([ BC ]). Recitals The Parties agree that this Deed is legally binding upon them and upon their respective personal representatives and estates. [ Both Parties confirm they have had the benefit of independent legal advice regarding the terms and effects of this Deed OR [ AB OR BC ] has taken independent legal advice regarding the terms and effects of this Deed and [ BC OR AB ] has been advised to do likewise ]. Each Party has entered into this Deed freely and of their own...
This note provides general guidance about the divorce procedure for cases started before 6 April 2022. It is not a substitute for tailored support; your family lawyer will be able to give specific advice that reflects your individual circumstances. How do I apply for a divorce? To begin a divorce application, you must have been married for a minimum of one year; you cannot start earlier even if both of you agree. Where in the world the ceremony took place does not matter; however, you may only apply in England and Wales if you or your spouse satisfy certain residency conditions or are domiciled here. If you are unsure, speak with your family lawyer. The process is largely administrative in nature, meaning that in the vast majority of cases neither party needs to attend before a judge. Divorces are almost always...
In the Family Court sitting at [ Court name ] Case no: [ Case number ] Proceedings under: The Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 The Civil Partnership Act 2004 The Child Support Act 1991 Schedule 1 to the Children Act 1989 The Inheritance ( Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 The Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 and Schedule 7 to the Civil Partnership Act 2004 The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 The Married Women’s Property Act 1882 and ss 67, 68 and 74 of the Civil Partnership Act 2004 OR [ ( DELETE AS APPROPRIATE) ] The [ Marriage OR Civil Partnership OR Relationship OR Family ] of [ applicant name ] and [ respondent name ] Heard [ name the advocate(s) who appeared ]; considered documents filed by the parties [ [ ( IN THE CASE OF AN...
This note offers general guidance for grandparents on applying for a child arrangements order that sets out contact with grandchildren. Your family solicitor can give advice specific to your situation. What can I do if I am not allowed to spend time with my grandchildren? If the parents’ relationship breaks down, it is hoped arrangements can still be agreed so the children keep spending time with their grandparents. In such circumstances, grandparents often play a vital part in their grandchildren’s lives. Sometimes issues can be settled through mediation or other out-of-court resolution. Mediation may avoid costly legal proceedings, which can be very stressful. Before applying for an order to spend time with your grandchildren (a child arrangements order, or CAO), the rules require you to attend a meeting with a mediator to assess whether mediation is suitable instead of court. This is called a mediation...
At the Family Court convened at [ Court name ] Case Number: [ Case number ] Occupation Order under the Family Law Act 1996. Full name(s) of the child(ren), Boy or Girl. Date(s) of birth: [ Insert ] [ Insert ] [ Insert ] [ Insert ] [ Insert ] [ Insert ]. Before [ name of judge ], heard in private on [ date ] at a [ type of hearing ]. Important notice to the respondent, [ RESPONDENT name ] of [ RESPONDENT address ]. You are required to comply with this order. Please read it very carefully. If any part is unclear, seek advice from a solicitor, a Legal Advice Centre, or the Citizens Advice Bureau. You are entitled to ask the court to vary or discharge the order. Warning: Alternatively, if you breach this order, you MAY BE FOUND TO BE IN...
STOP PRESS The Financial Remedies Guide 2026, issued on 13 March 2026 by Mr Justice Peel ( National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court) and His Honour Judge Hess ( Deputy National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court), with the President of the Family Division’s approval, replaces and supersedes: the Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy cases allocated to a High Court judge whether sitting at the Royal Courts of Justice or elsewhere (1 February 2016) (the High Court judge level efficiency statement) the Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy hearings proceeding in the Financial Remedies Court below High Court judge level (11 January 2022) (the below High Court judge level efficiency statement) the Financial Remedies Court Primary Principles document (11 January 2022) the Notice from the Financial Remedies Court: electronic bundles (19 April 2022) the Allocation of financial remedies cases to High Court judge...
1 Introduction This letter instructs you to serve as the single joint expert in the financial remedy aspect of the divorce proceedings between [ client’s full name ] and [ spouse’s full name ]. You are jointly appointed by [ lead firm preparing letter ], acting for [ client’s full name ], together with [ name and address of spouse’s solicitors ], [ telephone number and email of spouse’s solicitors ], on behalf of [ spouse’s full name ], on the clear footing that your expert opinion will be independent of both instructing parties. At the first appointment on [ date of first appointment ], District Judge [ name ], sitting at the Family Court at [ location ], made the following order: [ insert exact wording from order ]. The ambit and scope of your instructions are set out in the order dated [ date of...
STOP PRESS: The Financial Remedies Guide 2026, issued on 13 March 2026 by Mr Justice Peel ( National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court) and His Honour Judge Hess ( Deputy National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court), and approved by the President of the Family Division, now replaces and supersedes the following: Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy cases allocated to a High Court judge, whether at the Royal Courts of Justice or elsewhere (1 February 2016) (the High Court judge level efficiency statement) Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy hearings proceeding in the Financial Remedies Court below High Court judge level (11 January 2022) (the below High Court judge level efficiency statement) Financial Remedies Court Primary Principles document (11 January 2022) Notice from the Financial Remedies Court: electronic bundles (19 April...
STOP PRESS: The Financial Remedies Guide 2026, issued on 13 March 2026 by Mr Justice Peel ( National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court) and His Honour Judge Hess ( Deputy National Lead Judge of the Financial Remedies Court), with the approval of the President of the Family Division, replaces and supersedes the following: the Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy cases allocated to a High Court judge, whether sitting at the Royal Courts of Justice or elsewhere (1 February 2016) (the efficiency statement at High Court judge level) the Statement on the efficient conduct of financial remedy hearings proceeding in the Financial Remedies Court below High Court judge level (11 January 2022)......
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