Divorce
The only ground for divorce in England and Wales is that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. Previously the person applying for divorce had to provide evidence of this irretrievable breakdown but since the introduction of “no fault” divorce in April 2022, the person applying for the divorce
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only has to confirm within their application that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. It is also now possible for spouses to make a joint application for divorce.
The process of obtaining a divorce is relatively straightforward and usually takes place via an online court portal. Any difficulties that arise tend instead to relate to the arrangements for children and sorting out your financial arrangements.
The process for obtaining a divorce usually takes at least 6 months, and consists of the following stages:
- Stage 1: applying for the divorce.
- Stage 2: applying for the conditional order (20 weeks after the divorce application is issued).
- Stage 3: applying for the final order (6 weeks and 1 day after the conditional order is granted).
The final order has the effect of legally terminating the marriage. However, the final order is often delayed to allow for all financial issues to be resolved first. Our expert solicitors will guide you through the process, timescales and costs involved.
We are also instructed on a regular basis to deal with annulments and the dissolution of civil partnerships.
In the UK, the grounds for divorce have been simplified under the no-fault divorce system. You can file for divorce without having to prove fault, focusing instead on the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
The duration of the divorce process can vary depending on the complexity of the case and whether there are any disputes. On average, it can take around 6 to 12 months from the initial filing to the final decree absolute.
If your spouse contests the divorce, our solicitors can assist in addressing their objections and navigating the legal process. We will work to resolve disputes efficiently and aim to achieve a fair outcome.
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