Divorce Lawyers
Speak to one of our specialist divorce lawyers, part of our family team.
Divorce is one of the most life-changing experiences you may have to go through. As well as being emotionally difficult, the financial implications can be huge. We pride ourselves on providing clear, succinct advice in an empathetic and supportive way. As a full-service law firm, we can draw on our colleagues in relevant departments to provide a full package of support and advice, something that smaller, boutique, family-only law firms cannot.
If it is clear that your relationship has ended, the first step is to consult a lawyer to discuss the divorce process and to any other relevant issues that may arise, for example the settlement of your finances and arrangements for the care of your children.
I have been married for less than a year – can I get divorced?
In order to divorce in England and Wales, parties must have been married for at least one year.
In the event that you have been married for less than one year but you wish to formally record your separation and any agreement you have reached in relation to your finances, one option is to enter into a Separation Agreement which can remain in place until such time as you can divorce.
Can we file a joint divorce application?
Yes, it is possible for couples to apply for divorce on a joint basis.
How long to divorce proceedings take?
In theory, the process for obtaining a divorce will take no less than 26 weeks from when a divorce application is issued. However, most people find that the process of resolving their finances can delay matters.
I am in a same-sex marriage – is the divorce process the same?
Yes. Same-sex couples can obtain a no-fault divorce in the same way as heterosexual couples.
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Family Law Webinar Series
Aaron O’Malley a Solicitor from our Family team and Emma Heptonstall, a divorce coach and member of resolution, discuss many aspects of the a divorce and what you can expect across a range of topics.
Who is on your divorce support team?
What to consider when making the decision to divorce, who do you need on your team, the importance of self-care and more.
Divorce: The importance of self-care
How are you really? Being honest with yourself and what you can do to help yourself during the divorce process.
Navigating the legal process of divorce
Can / Should you divorce? Issues to consider, taking advice, does counselling help? What is the wider impact of divorce?
How do you know your marriage is over?
What’s important to you, are you safe, where do you start, how can you start and what is it you really want and need?
A positive Co-parenting relationship
How to prepare to co-parent, the benefits, recognising when you need support, when co-parenting isn’t possible and more.
Divorce: finance options
Have you thought about the financial situation, how will a court approach finance on divorce, are there alternatives, are there common issues?
Recent Experience

Short Marriage settlement negotiated out of court
Acting for and advising a high net worth client on a division of the matrimonial assets following a short marriage. The case settled out of court and we were able to successfully negotiate a settlement whereby the majority of the assets (including high value properties held by a business in which the client had a shareholding) were retained by our client.

Business divorce
Acting for and advising high net worth overseas clients on the successful negotiation of a matrimonial settlement, including property abroad and in the UK and business interests.

International divorce
Acting for and advising high net worth overseas clients on the successful negotiation of a matrimonial settlement, including property abroad and in the UK and business interests.

Children dispute
Advising a client concerning a dispute involving children whereby the unmarried ex-partner made a claim for capital, top up of child maintenance and payment of school fees under Schedule 1 Children Act 1989.
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