Annulment
A clear set of factors have to be in place to obtain a marriage annulment. Even if you meet the requirements, your financial, business, and childcare arrangements will still need to be finalised.
Divorce Solicitors
Separating from the person you thought would be your life partner can be emotionally challenging, and divorce proceedings often bring their own unexpected difficulties. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Expert advice from our divorce solicitors
Our expert divorce lawyers are here to help with a variety of matters arising from a divorce. From religious divorces to same-sex divorces, we're here to help you.
We also specialise in high-net worth divorces. Our team will guide you through post-divorce issues such as school fees or inherited wealth. We've securing landmark rulings in some of the highest courts in the land.
Services within Divorce & Separation
What is mediation?
Mediation is a flexible and alternative way of resolving disputes outside of court, whether in relation to divorce, finances, or children. Mediators are independent, impartial professionals who are skilled at helping you to achieve fair outcomes.
There are many benefits to mediation and, if successful, it can be a cheaper and faster process than going to court.
Mediation takes place in a neutral setting, giving both parties equal opportunity to share their needs and concerns. It can ease anxiety, encourage constructive communication, and is especially helpful where children are involved.
If you would like to explore mediation after separation, our expert mediators can guide you and your former partner. Any agreements reached can be made legally binding with the help of our divorce solicitors.
Do I need a solicitor for a divorce?
When going through a divorce, having a legal expert on your side is invaluable. An experienced divorce lawyer can apply in-depth knowledge of the law to your situation, giving you tailored advice to achieve the best possible outcome.
Our divorce solicitors are widely acclaimed by leading legal guides like Chambers and Partner and The Legal 500 and will treat your case sensitively and respectfully, making sure your needs are accounted for.
How much does a divorce cost?
It’s important to note that divorce and financial settlements involve separate proceedings. Divorce is a standalone process which deals only with the ending of your marriage.
How much your divorce will cost depends on how much work is involved in negotiating a financial settlement with your ex-partner. In general, it’ll cost more if there are major disagreements or if you have to go to court.
We offer a fixed fee option for divorce. This covers the cost of the whole divorce process, excluding standard court fees – which you will need to pay separately. You will have your own legal advisor by your side for the whole process.
Financial settlements or child arrangements are treated as separate matters outside of the fixed fee agreement. Your solicitor can give you an estimate of the costs you might incur.
What are the grounds for a divorce?
On 6 April 2022, the law on divorce changed with the introduction of a new no-fault divorce process. This replaced the old procedure which had involved the need to blame a party for the breakdown of the marriage.
You now no longer need to give a reason for the breakdown of the marriage, or to blame one party. Instead, you just need to confirm that the marriage has broken down irretrievably.
You must have been married or in a civil partnership for at least 12 months before submitting your application.
Our Divorce lawyers are there for you at life's important moments
Our specialist team of divorce lawyers can offer you a comprehensive service. We’ve decades of experience in representing clients going through divorce. We approach each case as a unique situation and make sure you’re treated with the sensitivity and professionalism needed to help you make informed decisions.
We understand the distress divorce can bring. You may be feeling angry, depressed, confused, or upset. These emotions can cloud your ability to think clearly, which is why we offer a family mediation service to couples going through a divorce. Mediation is an alternative and flexible way of resolving disputes outside the court arena, whether in relation to divorce, finances, or children.
Irwin Mitchell, your legal partner for divorce
Our service is comprehensive, which means we don’t just help with divorce settlements.
We understand the emotions and complicated feelings a divorce can bring that make communicating or decision-making more difficult.
We offer a family mediation service – an alternative and flexible way of resolving disputes outside of court, whether in relation to divorce, finances, or children.
As experienced divorce lawyers, we also help with specific issues that can arise in proceedings, like domestic abuse, complex finances, or complex children’s needs.
And if you wish to amend your will as a result of your divorce, our Wills solicitors are on hand to help with that, too.
We’re with you for every stage of your divorce process.
Speak to our experts
We have the largest private client team in the UK; our team of experts are here to provide discreet legal advice to support you and your family.
Clare Wiseman
Head of Family Law
Frequently asked questions about divorce
Since the introduction of no-fault divorce, the initial application process now takes a minimum of 26 weeks.
How long your divorce will take depends on several factors, including:
- Whether you are making a sole or joint divorce application
- If you or your partner live abroad
- If there are any financial arrangements to agree.
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0370 1500 100
Our locations
With offices all over the country, we can help you wherever you are. Can’t come into the office? Don’t worry, we can meet you in an appropriate alternative location, or we can speak by phone, video call, or even email.
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