Divorce Advice
Divorce is a painful and stressful time for most people. There is so much to think about and legal procedures to understand.
To make divorce less of a minefield, we have put together a range of helpful resources. These articles will help you understand your legal rights.
We are confident that this section covers all of the important questions you likely have about divorce from children, money and property to the divorce process.
Information and advice on getting a divorce in England & Wales.
If you are reading this section it’s likely because you are undertaking your own divorce or researching the first steps to divorce.
There is a lot to consider before submitting a divorce petition, which is why it’s important that you understand your rights and the best way to proceed.
You may have already spent time researching what happens to children, pensions, or property following a divorce for example, which can be exhausting.
Getting divorce advice from experts doesn’t need to cost you money as this section covers everything you need to know, and if you can’t find the answers you need, you can complete the callback form and we’ll call you back for free to discuss your options.
Divorce isn’t just about obtaining the decree absolute, no matter how amicable or simple your split is.
Not all cases are straightforward, for example, what happens if one party lives abroad or doesn’t respond to the divorce petition?
Use this section to find out the answers to these questions, it’s also worth using our resources on finances, property and pensions if you are agreeing to a financial settlement.
How Long Does Divorce Take?
Due to the nature of divorce, it’s impossible to second-guess the timescales for your specific case, however, an approximate estimate is between 6 and 7 months.
There are many factors that will determine the length of your divorce process.
To find out the typical length of a divorce and tips on speeding it up, read our detailed guide on divorce timescales.
How Much Does Divorce Cost?
The amount of money a divorce costs you depends on a range of factors, but roughly speaking you should expect to pay £600 – £1200 plus court fees (£550).
If you happen to get a divorce online using our services then you can reduce the costs of divorce to £600 – £800 including the court fees.
Our divorce experts have written about divorce costs and simple tips on how you can reduce them.