Since April 2022, couples in England and Wales can complete a divorce entirely online without attending court, unless there are disputes over children or finances. While the process has become more accessible, most people will still benefit from the guidance of a solicitor to ensure everything is handled correctly and…
When a marriage comes to an end, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is how to proceed with the separation. Separating couples are expected to explore mediation or other non-court dispute resolution methods before initiating court proceedings. Even if litigation becomes necessary, it is still encouraged to seek agreement…
Going through a divorce can be a stressful and costly experience. For this reason, it is tempting to try to cut corners by opting for what is commonly referred to as a ‘quickie divorce’ or a fast, uncontested divorce. In this article, we break down the process involved in getting…
While the circumstances surrounding a divorce may be different for every separating couple, the standard process will typically remain the same. It is important to have a clear understanding of what the divorce procedure involves so that you know what to expect and what the anticipated timeline will be. Our…
Many couples question whether it is worth making a divorce application if a marriage will automatically dissolve after a certain period of separation. On the surface, an automatic divorce would seem like a simple solution. However, there is no such thing as an automatic divorce in the UK, which means…
Divorce is rarely straightforward. Therefore, it is understandable that many people considering a divorce want to establish whether they can streamline the process, keeping time, money, and stress to a minimum. The desire for a quick and easy divorce means that searches for online divorce applications are common. That also…
Divorce can be a challenging experience at the best of times. So, it’s understandable that you would want to be sure that the process is as straightforward, efficient, and quick as possible. Your divorce may be taking a long time owing to court backlogs, disagreements over finances or children, communication…
There are various stages to the divorce process in England and Wales. Regardless of whether you are making a sole or joint application, you will always need to apply to the courts for a Conditional Order (formerly referred to as a Decree Nisi). A conditional order is a stage in…
A final order, also known as a decree absolute, is a legal document that officially ends a marriage. You can apply for it six weeks and one day after the conditional order is obtained, but you must do it within 12 months to prevent delays and the need to provide…
The grounds for getting an annulment in the UK are very strict. Statistics from ONS indicate that only 231 annulments took place in 2021, which tells us that annulments in the UK are rare. For an annulment to be granted, a marriage must be either ‘void’ or ‘voidable’. This can be a…
There are many reasons why couples tend to view annulment as the preferred option when compared to divorce. This includes situations where there are religious or cultural reasons for not wanting a divorce, where a couple have not been married for 12 months and are unable to legally divorce, or…
There are many reasons why a couple may choose a legal separation as opposed to applying for a divorce or civil partnership dissolution. Whether for religious or cultural reasons, or because a couple have been married or in a civil partnership for less than a year, a legal separation is…