Divorce

Expert Divorce Solicitors in London

Our experienced divorce lawyers provide comprehensive legal support through every stage of your divorce proceedings. From initial consultation to decree absolute, we ensure your rights are protected while working towards the best possible outcome. Contact us today: 0203 909 8399 | Book a Consultation

What Is Divorce?

Divorce is the legal dissolution of a marriage. In the UK, you can apply for divorce if you’ve been married for at least one year and your relationship has permanently broken down. This includes same-sex marriages and marriages legally recognised in the UK.

Are You Eligible for Divorce?

You can apply for divorce if:

You’ve been married for at least one year
Your marriage is legally recognised in the UK
Your relationship has permanently broken down
You can prove one of the five legal grounds

Grounds for Divorce

To show your marriage has irretrievably broken down, you must prove one of these five reasons:

Adultery

Your spouse had intercourse with someone of the opposite sex
You find it intolerable to live with them
Must file within six months of discovering the adultery
Note: UK law doesn’t recognise same-sex relations as adultery

Unreasonable Behaviour

Mental or physical cruelty
Abuse or neglect
Financial irresponsibility
Alcohol or drug problems
Refusal to contribute to marriage

Separation with Consent

Living apart for two years
Both parties agree to divorce
Can live in same property if separate lives

Separation without Consent

Living apart for five years
No spousal consent required
Rarely challenged by courts

Desertion

Spouse abandoned you for two years
Without your agreement
Without good reason
Intention to end the marriage

The Divorce Process

Step 1: File the Petition

Submit divorce petition to court stating:

Your grounds for divorce
Supporting evidence
Financial arrangements sought
Child arrangement proposals

Step 2: Decree Nisi

Court grants provisional divorce order:

Confirms grounds are satisfied
Spouse has opportunity to object
Sets timeline for final decree
Allows financial negotiations

Step 3: Decree Absolute

Final divorce order after six weeks:

Legally ends the marriage
Allows remarriage
Finalises divorce status
Cannot be reversed

Financial Matters in Divorce

Property Division

Family home decisions
Investment properties
Business assets
Overseas properties

Financial Support

Spousal maintenance
Child maintenance
Interim support orders
Long-term provisions

Pensions and Savings

Pension sharing orders
Savings division
Investment portfolios
Future provision planning

Children in Divorce

Custody Arrangements – Determining primary residence
Access Rights – Contact schedule for non-resident parent
Financial Support – Child maintenance calculations
Decision Making – Parental responsibility matters

Complex Divorce Issues

Hidden Assets

Asset tracing services
Financial disclosure orders
Forensic accounting
International asset searches

International Elements

Jurisdiction disputes
Foreign property division
International enforcement
Cross-border maintenance

Immigration Status After Divorce

Dependent visa implications
Right to remain applications
Settlement status options
Urgent immigration advice needed

Why Choose Connaught Law

Specialist divorce lawyers
High net worth expertise
International divorce experience
Skilled financial negotiators
Sensitive child arrangement handling

Our Divorce Services

Initial case assessment
Document preparation
Court representation
Financial settlement negotiation
Child arrangement agreements
Post-divorce modifications

Next Steps

Don’t navigate divorce proceedings alone. Our expert team provides the guidance and support you need during this challenging time. Whether straightforward or complex, we’ll protect your interests throughout. Call 0203 909 8399 or Book Online for a confidential consultation.

Divorce

Divorce

Expert Divorce Solicitors in London

What Is Divorce?

Are You Eligible for Divorce?

Grounds for Divorce

Adultery

Unreasonable Behaviour

Separation with Consent

Separation without Consent

Desertion

The Divorce Process

Step 1: File the Petition

Step 2: Decree Nisi

Step 3: Decree Absolute

Financial Matters in Divorce

Property Division

Financial Support

Pensions and Savings

Children in Divorce

Complex Divorce Issues

Hidden Assets

International Elements

Immigration Status After Divorce

Why Choose Connaught Law

Our Divorce Services

Next Steps

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