Collardeau v Fuchs [2025] EWFC 307

Cusworth J. Protracted litigation in and about FR proceedings. H’s non-compliance. Enforcement of previous orders pending permission to appeal application. Numerous enforcement and protective orders made given the husband’s obstructive approach.

DJ Maddison. Application by H to be released from undertakings and vary a nominal maintenance order following a significant change of circumstances. Reassessment of needs resulted in substantive joint lives provision.

The bankruptcy of a party can add additional layers of complexity to financial remedy proceedings. This article aims to mitigate this, by providing an overview of the process, considering its impact on final financial remedy orders being made, and setting out practical and procedural considerations.