Matrimonial Causes Act 1973: Primary legislation governing financial provisions and property arrangements in divorce/separation. Contains Section 25 factors that courts must consider when determining financial settlements.

Family Law Act 1996: Legislation covering domestic occupation rights and the legal framework for separation agreements, particularly Part IV of the Act.

Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996: Legislation governing jointly owned property and the rights and interests in property, crucial for property settlement arrangements.

Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation establishing basic principles of property ownership, including legal and beneficial interests in property.

Family Homes and Domestic Violence (Protection) Act 1995: Legislation providing for occupation rights and protection of vulnerable parties in domestic property matters.

Contract Law Principles: Common law principles ensuring agreement validity, including consideration of undue influence and duress in contract formation.

Tax Legislation Framework: Various tax laws affecting property settlements including Capital Gains Tax, Stamp Duty Land Tax, and Inheritance Tax implications.

Edgar v Edgar [1980]: Key case law establishing principles regarding the validity of separation agreements.

Radmacher v Granatino [2010]: Landmark case law concerning the enforceability of pre-nuptial and separation agreements.

White v White [2000]: Significant case law establishing the principle of equality in matrimonial property division.