Court Prep Stage a/b/c?! plse

Hi, simple case, attempted to be made complex by my ex. She's claiming a lot of money after putting nothing into a childless short marriage and she's the petitioner. Get back what you put in, after less than 5 yrs, I gave her over £24k capital, theres £77k in pot left and I've offered £10k and we're now going to court..

Would someone just outline easy plain steps from here. Ive spent £8k and complaining to lawyer over fees, not spending a penny more, unless I go for another £5k barrister MAX, for some insurance, but what happens from here. We've done form E which was a complete waste of time. do I 1) complete another Form E and it goes 'where' 2) then Form A- ? and at what point do I appoint a barrister if needed for comfort blanket?! Thanks

You take out what you put in and share the acquest of the marriage 50:50. This is e.g. any increase in equity, savings etc.

If you cannot settle even with the help of mediation, you will need to apply to court. If you already have a good handle on the financials you could fasttrack to FDR after exchange of Form E. This is the hearing at which settlement may be reached by agreement.

You can self rep all the other stuff and save your money for a Direct Access barrister. If you cannot agree at FDR, your matter will be listed for Final Hearing at which the judge will impose a settlement.

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