\nThe report asks the Government to determine whether reform is necessary and, if so, to select a preferred model.<\/p>\n
The Law<\/a> Commission\u2019s reform of the laws governing financial arrangements on divorce and the ending of civil partnerships set out in new report have been broadly welcomed by family lawyers, but warn any overhaul must not be at the expense of flexibility.<\/p>\n The report proposes four potential models for reform, ranging from codifying current case law<\/a> to introducing a default regime with clear rules for dividing assets. These recommendations aim to address widespread criticisms of the current system, including its unpredictability, inefficiency, and lack of clarity.<\/p>\n The Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, the cornerstone of these laws, has long been criticised for being outdated and disconnected from modern societal norms. But some family lawyers argue that while aspects of the law are outdated there are more urgent reforms needed, particularly concerning unmarried couples who live together.<\/a><\/p>\n