Our family solicitor understands that thinking about and going through a divorce is extremely difficult and that you need advice which is suited to your circumstances. We will listen to what you want and will recommend what the next steps are for your situation. We will always put your best interests at the forefront of everything we do and offer a personal service.

Our experienced solicitor can seek a solution for your needs whether it lies in mediation, negotiation or court proceedings. We have a wealth of experience on divorce and in finding financial solutions as well as dealing with arrangements for children.

Grounds for Divorce

In order to get divorced you must have been married for one year and there are residence or domicile requirements. You must show that your marriage has broken down and is beyond repair. To do this you must be able to show that one of the following five grounds for divorce exists:

• Adultery –  your spouse has had sexual relations with another person
• Unreasonable behaviour – your spouse has behaved in a way that you cannot be reasonably expected to live with
• Separation with consent – if your spouse agrees to the divorce you must live separately for two years
• Separation without consent – if your spouse does not agree to the divorce then you must live separately for five years
• Desertion -  your spouse must have deserted you for two years. This ground is rarely used as it is difficult to prove

Our family team can explain each ground in detail and help you achieve your divorce in the most amicable manner possible. Our solicitors are friendly and you can talk to them in full confidence. They will guide you through each decision and help to decide what is right for you.

Let a Professional help you with the Divorce Process

The grounds for divorce may seem relatively straightforward and you can often navigate through the majority of the process yourself. In most cases there will be no need for either you or your spouse to go to court.

Settling the financial aspects of a divorce generally takes the most time and can draw out the procedure and may result in attendance at court. However, if all aspects of the divorce are agreed from the beginning then it is possible that the divorce can be brought to a close within 4 to 6 months.

We can help you every step of the way or just as required. Where we can offer you particular support is with the financial side of divorce and dealing with disputes over children. We have achieved exceptional results and will help you get what is yours. Our divorce experts can give you a tailor made service which will help you get what you deserve and what is best for your family.

Contact Us Now

For further information or to arrange an appointment contact a member of the family law team on 0115 9 100 200 or email family@actons.co.uk or fill in the contact form below.