Divorce and separation

Supporting you through divorce and separation

Divorcing or separating from your partner is a life-changing event. We understand the distress and difficulties you may be going through and can support and help you throughout the process.

Arranging a divorce is usually quite straightforward, particularly if you and your partner have mutually agreed that the marriage is over. Difficulties are more likely to arise when it comes to resolving any practical issues related to the divorce settlement, such as how to separate, where to live, arrangements for your children’s welfare, and – of course – financial matters.

Our specialist divorce solicitors can help you untie your relationship and deal with any legal and financial complexities such as pension funds, offshore assets and family business matters. We will advise you on the best way to deal with your divorce, cost effectively and with dignity.

International implications

If you or your partner is a foreign national, has assets overseas or your children reside outside of the UK, or will do so in the future, we can advise you on how these issues could affect your divorce.

For instance, within Europe, the country where your financial settlement is dealt with will depend on the nationality of whichever of you is first to issue divorce proceedings. This can potentially make a significant difference to the outcome of any financial negotiations, so it’s vital to take expert legal advice as soon as possible. Our family law solicitors are experienced in these areas and can provide the in-depth international expertise you need.

Legal separation

If you have decided to separate but don’t have grounds for a divorce, or don’t want a divorce, you can still formalise the terms of your separation. We can help you to arrange a legal separation, set up solutions to protect your children’s welfare, and organise financial matters.

For example, to make sure you know exactly where you will stand after you separate, we can create a separation agreement for you, setting out:

• How you wish to divide your property and other capital
• Levels of child or spousal maintenance
• Any other aspect of your financial separation that needs to be clearly defined.

Divorce financial settlements

We specialise in all aspects of divorce financial settlements, including pensions and trusts, as well as company and partnership interests. Our expertise is recognised by our competitors and the legal directory, Chambers UK.

We can also provide advice on protecting or dividing assets related to a family farm or family business, helping you find the right outcome for both your family and your company.

If you need advice from specialists in other areas, we can consult our expert commercial law colleagues or draw on our strong links to counsel and expert third party advice.

The right legal advice for your circumstances

Every couple’s relationship, circumstances and finances are unique. That’s why it’s so important to receive expert legal advice based on your individual situation and the options available to you.

Each case requires a different approach. We have the experience and expertise to choose the right approach for your situation, which could be anything from collaborative law to firm litigious action.

We can help you whatever your circumstances, but we are particular specialists in complex divorces and arrangements – from complicated financial disputes to disagreements over access to children.

Thanks to our wide experience in this field, we will be able to advise you at the start how your case is likely to turn out, and tell you how to reach the best outcome in the most cost-effective way.

Why clients choose us for divorce and separation

• Sensitive and caring approach
• Highly rated for family law in The Legal 500 and Chambers UK.
• Members of Resolution, committed to its Code of Practice.
• Trained collaborative lawyers and mediators
• Broad and deep legal expertise across the firm
• Competitive costs and tight cost control

Delays in implementation orders & varying consent agreements during the pandemic

In this video, Caroline Young, an associate in our Family team, explains what you need to bear in mind if you need to vary the terms of a consent order that you have in place.

Contact a specialist divorce solicitor

If you need legal advice on divorce or separation, call us now on 0800 422 0123 or contact us online for a confidential initial consultation. We have specialist divorce solicitors in London, Manchester, Bristol, Cardiff, Birmingham, Southampton and Taunton.