Financial infidelity happens when one partner hides, lies about, or secretly controls money within a relationship. It could be as simple as keeping a secret bank account, or as serious as hiding assets during divorce proceedings. In today’s world, where digital banking makes managing money easier than ever, financial infidelity…
Mediation in a divorce can take as little as a few hours but varies from case to case. How long mediation takes varies and depends on several factors. Some people can come to an agreement after just one mediation session. For others, it may take longer. This blog will answer…
Getting started with mediation is a straightforward process. You can begin mediation at any time in the divorce, including before submitting your application, while your application is being processed by the court, during the 20-week reflection period, or even after your divorce has been finalised to help address any ongoing…
Mediation is a method of dispute resolution sometimes used during the divorce process. Mediators focus on resolving family disagreements and can help provide a means of communication between you and your spouse. A mediator can help you to reach an agreement about issues such as childcare and the division of…
One of the most frequently asked questions during divorce proceedings in the UK is, “Who pays for the divorce?” As of April 2025, the standard divorce application fee is £612, and it is typically paid by the person who initiates the divorce, known as the applicant. However, if you’re filing…
A divorce not only involves the dissolution of a marriage; there is also the question of how assets such as property will be divided. Who will get the house if you divorce? How will the proceeds from selling the house be divided? How does the court decide how a house…
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…
Dealing with pensions in divorce can be challenging. Where one spouse has greater pension wealth than the other, deciding how to deal fairly with that asset can be complicated, both practically and emotionally. The person who has built up the pension over many years may, understandably, feel strongly that it…
Navigating the end of a marriage is challenging and making sure you resolve financial issues is essential. A clean break order is designed to sever the financial ties between you and your ex-spouse, allowing both parties to move forward independently. But what happens if your ex refuses to sign the…
If you are separating from your spouse, you may have several questions concerning your entitlements moving forward. Separation is a major decision, so it is understandable that you will want to consider what sort of impact it will have on your current position and any future arrangements you would like…
Spousal maintenance refers to an amount of money that is paid from one spouse to another during divorce. The payment is made from the spouse with the higher income to support the spouse with the lower income. Whilst spousal maintenance is not always payable, it will be ordered by the…
Following a divorce, it may be appropriate for the party with the higher income to make regular maintenance payments so that their former partner is able to meet their ongoing living costs. This is known as spousal maintenance. There are various types of spousal maintenance which can be implemented, one…