Divorce Timescales
The Truth About 12 week Divorces – How Long Divorce Really Takes.
The truth about 12 week divorces – how long divorce really takes. Every week we get phone calls from people asking for the 12-week divorce
12/04/2023
Free Help and Advice
Everything you need to know to get through divorce successfully
Consent Order
What should I do when my ex is breaching our divorce financial consent order?
I received a very worried email on Monday from one of my clients (let’s call her Sarah to protect her privacy) asking for our advice.
05/04/2023
Life after Divorce
Finding Love Again: From Divorce to Saying “I Do” in Las Vegas
Picture this: the bright lights of Las Vegas, the sound of Elvis Presley’s voice echoing through the Graceland chapel, and me, standing there with my
29/03/2023
Consent Order
Protect your future wealth – the real benefit of a consent order after divorce
Do you need a solicitor to sort out your finances and prepare a consent order when you divorce? And if so, how much does it
04/03/2023
Consent Order
What is a financial order? Everything you need to know to protect your future.
If you’ve applied for a no-fault divorce already or read the worrying news about pensions and divorce, you might be asking – what is a
01/03/2023
Financial Divorce Settlement
How to keep your home after divorce if you can’t afford the mortgage
After more than a decade of low-interest rates, the average two-year fixed mortgage hit 6%, which has affected affordability and made mortgage approvals slump to
14/02/2023
Divorce Strategy
Should you file for divorce first?
I was asked a great question recently by a lady called Veronica. She had finally made the leap to apply for a divorce, but her
07/02/2023
Offshore Assets
Can I hide money in a foreign country from my wife?
Is my wife able to access my money held in a foreign country? That was a question posed on a webinar that we ran recently.
01/02/2023
Financial Settlement
Are debts shared in divorce?
Are debts shared in divorce? Great question. We held our first-ever webinar a couple of weeks ago to answer questions on divorce and financial settlements.
24/01/2023
Financial Settlement
Who gets the dog in a divorce or break-up?
Who gets the dog, cat, or other family pet in a divorce is a common worry for separating couples. Last week a journalist from Dog
19/01/2023
Divorce and Christmas
7 Top Tips To Cope With Christmas After Divorce Or Separation
Christmas is the toughest time after separation or divorce because it’s traditionally a time for families and loved ones to come together. For many, it
20/12/2022
Quick Divorce
Top 10 Ways to Manage Your Divorce So You Can Move on Quickly
Going through a divorce can be a painful, difficult process. Whether you were married for five years or 15 years, dividing up your life with
12/12/2022
Apply for Divorce Online
How to apply for divorce online
If you’re in the process of obtaining a divorce, it can be a difficult, challenging, and complicated time. From paying solicitors fees to arranging financial
08/11/2022
Cost of Living
How to afford divorce during the cost of living crisis
The cost of living crisis is having a huge impact on couples wanting to divorce in the UK. With couples struggling to make ends meet,
02/11/2022
Divorce Cost
How Much is a Divorce in the UK? Everything you Need to Know (2022)
It’s no secret that divorce can be a costly process. From solicitors fees to court fees, some divorcing couples can end up spending thousands of
06/10/2022
Clean Break Order
What is a Divorce Clean Break Order and What Does It Mean for You?
If you’re in the midst of a divorce, it can already be challenging enough without bringing a financial aspect into the mix. Dividing up your
21/09/2022
Uk Divorce Process
UK Divorce Procedure: Everything You Need To Know
If you’re planning on getting a divorce, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the divorce process before you make any formal arrangements or
10/08/2022
How Long a Divorce Takes
How To Make Your Divorce As Quick And Painless As Possible
Going through a divorce can be a painful, difficult process. When you’ve made the decision to divorce your spouse, you’ll most likely want the process
01/08/2022
Co-parenting
6 Co-parenting communication tips for a successful summer
Are you dreading the summer holidays because of the stress it will take to communicate with your co-parent? If so, you are not alone. The
20/07/2022
DIY Divorce
What is the true cost of DIY divorce?
Last week we looked at how you could get a free divorce by managing your divorce yourself. All divorces in England and Wales incur a
13/07/2022
Free Divorce
Is there such thing as a free divorce?
I originally wrote this article in 2020 during yet another lockdown. At the time, it was hard to imagine a worse situation to be in.
04/07/2022
Financial Divorce Settlement
Will a judge make me pay more if our financial divorce settlement isn’t equal?
One of the biggest concerns we hear from clients wanting a consent order is what will happen if your proposed financial agreement isn’t an equal
29/06/2022
Health
10 Ways To Protect Your Well-Being After Divorce Or Separation
It can be a very tough time going through a separation, divorce, or family breakdown. You might feel like you have lost control and don’t
21/06/2022
Parenting
Three ways to survive Father’s Day without your kids
Is there anything worse than not seeing your kids on Father’s Day? Yes, there is, actually. I write this not to minimise any pain you
17/06/2022
Difficult Ex
Ex-husband or wife being difficult? This is the true cost to divorce them.
I had an email yesterday from someone who had been talking about getting a divorce for several months. Her email said she wants to go
08/06/2022
How to Divorce
Should I divorce as an individual or jointly as a couple?
The new no-fault divorce law that came in on the 6th of April, 2022 allows couples to apply for their divorce jointly for the first
30/05/2022
Court Fees
Can you get help with court fees? Psst! The answer may surprise you.
Can I get help with divorce court fees? One of the biggest financial challenges facing a lot of people getting a divorce is the court
23/05/2022
Am I entitled to my husband’s pension if we divorce?
I went to a birthday party at the weekend, and the host happened to be a client of mine who has just reached the decree
16/05/2022
Divorce Law
The Truth About The 7 Most Common Divorce Myths
Divorce is not an everyday event, and as it can be a highly emotional experience, many people don’t want to talk about it, which results
09/05/2022
Clean Break Order
What is a Financial Divorce Settlement? And Do I Need One?
What is a Financial Divorce Order? The Final Order (previously known as the decree absolute) is the legal document that ends a marriage, but it
27/04/2022
Clean Break Order
Clean break consent orders under the old and new no-fault divorce laws
Getting a divorce doesn’t necessarily mean a clean break – as you don’t automatically sever the financial ties of marriage. Spouses are in fact financially
22/03/2022
“The Mindful Divorce” – Won Best Divorce Books of All Time
My Book “The Mindful Divorce” has been awarded “best divorce book of all time”!
12/03/2022
No Fault Divorce
How To File A Joint Divorce Application Under New No-Fault Divorce Law
For the first time, couples can make a joint divorce application once the new no-fault divorce begins on the 6th April. Both parties will apply
07/03/2022
No Fault Divorce
Divorcing as an Individual Applicant Using The New No-Fault Divorce – Step by Step Guide
The new no-fault divorce law replaces the current fault-based system on 6th April. Here is a guide to the no-fault divorce process as an individual
06/03/2022
No Fault Divorce
Dates for your diary as new divorce law changes come into play early
If you’ve been reading the news or indeed this blog, you will know by now that there are massive divorce law changes ahead in the
06/03/2022
No Fault Divorce
No-Fault Divorce – a Simplified Process Let Down by the Post
The new no fault divorce simplifies the divorce process but improvements need to be made by the courts in sending and receiving the divorce documents such as the petition and the acknowledgement of service.
28/02/2022
No Fault Divorce
No-fault divorce law in the UK – Frequently Asked Questions
We are getting lots of calls and emails from people asking about the new no-fault divorce law, so this week I thought it might be
24/02/2022
Divorce News
Turbulent times sees divorce making the headlines
Our team of online divorce experts are always pretty busy but especially this time of year. You may or may not have heard of “Divorce
09/02/2022
No Fault Divorce
Countdown to no fault divorce – will the new divorce laws be a good or bad thing for you?
The new divorce law comes into effect on 6th April, where no fault divorce legislation will replace the current fault-based system – but will the
01/02/2022
Online Divorce
Match of the Day proves elusive for Lineker but online divorce is bang on target
If we wrote a blog every time a celebrity got divorced we’d probably be a bit exhausted, a tad depressed even! However, this news really
26/01/2022
Financial Divorce Settlement
Three ways to hold on to your wealth during divorce
It’s likely that divorce will have a huge impact on your current and future financial well-being. Therefore although financial planning may not be at the
05/01/2022
Unreasonable Behaviour
My wife or husband refuses to divorce me, what can I do?
When appropriately used, unreasonable behaviour provides the quickest and easiest way to divorce. Give the court some examples of your spouses behaviour to show that
01/12/2021
Coping with Divorce
Five Tips to Handle the Reality of Divorce
Many people believe that divorce is the path to happiness. However, when they are confronted with the reality of divorce, they cannot deal with it
23/11/2021
Financial Settlement
So you’re ending your marriage? Be careful not to divorce from your financial reality in the process.
In many cases, divorce has more impact on a person’s current and future financial well-being than any other event in their life. Sound financial planning
16/11/2021
Grounds for Divorce
What Are Grounds For Divorce?
When It’s Time, It’s Time After all is said and done, no one wants to arrive at this point. It’s not exactly the kind of
02/11/2021
Adultery
My Husband Has Committed Adultery What Do I Do?
This is probably one of the hardest things that anyone will ever have to experience especially because the innocent party feels the hardest done by.
02/11/2021
Clean Break Order
What Is A Clean Break Order And Do I Need One?
When a relationship ends, it can be tough to plan your way forward. This is because it’s uncommon (but thankfully, not impossible) for relationships to
27/10/2021
Coping with Divorce
What Is The Best Way To End A Relationship?
If there’s one thing tougher than learning and developing a relationship well over time, it’s unravelling a relationship that hasn’t been successful. The former, while
21/10/2021
Financial Divorce Settlement
Who Gets The House In Divorce?
While divorce in the UK can imply an unhappy state of affairs, determined by relationship breakdown, the added pressure of dividing assets (and sometimes fighting
08/10/2021
Court Fees
Government Imposes Court Fee Cost Increases For Divorce – What Does It Mean For You?
Has the cost of court divorce fees gone up? Yes, the court fee for divorce has increased. The government has imposed a widespread increase in
01/10/2021
Divorce with Children
What Is The Best Way To Keep A Divorce Amicable And Not Mess Up My Kids?
What Is The Best Way To Keep A Divorce Amicable And Not Mess Up My Kids? Getting a divorce from your partner whether you have
21/09/2021
Quick Divorce
How Long Does Divorce Take And How Can I Get A Quick Divorce Online In The UK?
When you get married you don’t expect that your marriage will end in a stressful, expensive and messy divorce. Yet when there is no longer
17/09/2021
Cost of Divorce
How Much Does A Divorce Cost In The UK, And How Can I Keep The Cost Of Divorce Low?
Divorce can not only be a difficult process to go through emotionally, but it can be financially costly as well. Indeed, the sky’s the limit
11/09/2021
Online Divorce
What Advantages Does Online Divorce In The UK Have Over Using Solicitors?
Online divorce has changed the way couples get divorced in the UK. It’s a service intended for uncontested divorces, allowing both parties to reach a
07/09/2021
Online Divorce
What Is Online Divorce In The UK And Why Should You Use It?
Family divorce law is incredibly complex and confusing, and the industry has done little in the past to rectify this. Typically, you are expected to
30/08/2021
Grounds for Divorce
Choosing the right grounds for divorce in seven minutes or less
To get a divorce, the petitioner, the person applying for divorce, has to convince the court that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. To prove
06/07/2021
Online Divorce
Can you really trust online divorce?
Please don’t tar us with the same dirty brush. You might have seen the Quickie Divorce expose in yesterday’s Daily Express. If you didn’t, a
06/07/2021
Clean Break Order
Would you rather sleep at night after divorce or worry about your finances?
How would you feel if you had to give £2m of your lottery win to your ex of 10 years? This is what happened to
23/06/2021
Consent Order
Do you really need a consent order when you divorce?
Do you really need a consent order when you divorce? Read this surprising true story and make your own mind up. In 1981, Kathleen Wyatt
17/06/2021
Divorce Law
New ‘No-blame’ divorce law delayed for a further six months
New ‘No-blame’ divorce law delayed for a further six months due to technical issues The new divorce law, which will end a marriage without legal
08/06/2021
