The appellant's former solicitor obtained a charging order under the Solicitors Act against all sums receivable by the appellant under a divorce judgment, including spousal support arrears, for unpaid legal fees.
The appellant appealed the order.
The Court of Appeal allowed the appeal, holding that as a matter of law and public policy, charging orders should not be made against spousal support payments, as support is distinct from property and is intended to address demonstrable need.
