The United Kingdom's court system is structured with the Supreme Court at its apex, previously known as the House of Lords. Below it are senior courts including the Court of Appeal and High Court, which handle serious cases and appeals from lower courts. The Crown Court addresses criminal law matters while Magistrates' Courts primarily deal with minor criminal offenses. For civil issues, County Courts manage general civil claims alongside Family Courts for family-related disputes; specialized tribunals also exist for specific areas like tax or employment.