Court facilities across the United Kingdom are designed to provide a fair and efficient environment where legal proceedings can be carried out.

In civil matters, the High Court of Justice in Northern Ireland has jurisdiction over complex and high-value cases. It is made up of three divisions: the Queen’s Bench Division, the Chancery Division, and the Family Division. These divisions handle everything from judicial review and commercial disputes to family breakdowns and probate.

The Lord Chief Justice of Northern Ireland is the head of the judiciary and is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the courts and upholding judicial standards. The judiciary plays a critical role in maintaining public trust and enforcing the rule of law.

At the entry-level level of the UK court system, Magistrates’ Courts handle a wide range of cases, including minor criminal offences, family law matters, and some civil disputes. These courts are the most numerous, and their operations are largely funded by the Ministry of Justice. However, the pressure on resources is significant, particularly as demand increases due to factors such as population growth and rising case numbers. Over the years, there have been concerns that the Magistrates' Courts have been underfunded, leading to delays and inefficiencies in case processing.

The legal sector in Northern Ireland includes solicitors and barristers, similar to the rest of the UK. However, they are regulated by bodies specific to Northern Ireland, such as the Law Society of Northern Ireland and the Bar of Northern Ireland.

Another crucial responsibility of UK law courts is to manage civil disputes. These can range from contractual disagreements to family law matters, property disputes, and claims for compensation due to personal injury. In civil cases, courts are tasked with resolving disputes fairly and impartially, using the law to determine who is at fault and what compensation or remedy is appropriate.