A list of questions one party sends the other after Form E disclosure, to clarify gaps or unclear information about their finances. It's part of the financial remedy process.
In Plain English
A list of follow-up questions you send to the other person to fill in the blanks about their finances. It is a way to make sure both sides have a clear and honest picture of all the money involved.
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A "gap" is a common assumption people hold going into family court, set against what the court actually does. The bold line below is the assumption — not a fact. The reality underneath is what the court typically observes.
Gap #118
The assumption
Will the court force the other side to disclose everything?
The reality
Courts typically won't chase down disclosures for you; your questionnaire is intended for that purpose. If it's unfocused or late, it may be seen as disproportionate.
Gap #237
The assumption
I do not have to answer my ex questionnaire in financial proceedings — it is just their fishing expedition and I can ignore it.
The reality
In Doweck v Doweck [2026] EWFC 238, the husband was found in breach of a court order to reply to a questionnaire. The wife applied to commit him for contempt. Court-ordered questionnaires are not optional — they are a core part of financial disclosure. Refusing to answer can lead to a committal application, cost orders, and adverse inferences drawn against you by the judge.
Gap #372
The assumption
(Filing & Emailing the Court) I can ask as many questions as I need in my questionnaire.
The reality
Standard directions limit the questionnaire to four A4 pages, in at least 12-point font with 1.5 spacing, unless the case is complex enough to justify more. Rules and orders differ here: check your own order.
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