Before beginning the divorce process, it’s very important that both parties fully research the steps ahead and understand what they’re getting into. Divorce can be a difficult and involved process but it’s important to keep perspective and try to make the best decisions for everyone involved.
Today we’ll be going into some of the basic steps of the UK divorce process and the best ways to keep things as smooth and amicable as possible.
Qualifying For A Divorce
To qualify for a divorce in the UK, you’ll need to pass three requirements:
- You must have a legally recognised marriage within the UK
- That marriage must have irrevocably broken down
- That marriage must have lasted for over one year
Please note that the requirements for ending a civil partnership are largely the same but have some regional variance across the UK.
Children, Money And Properties
For couples with children, deciding custody is often the hardest part of any divorce. When deciding where your children will live and who will financially support them, it’s very important that you focus on making the decision that is best for the child. Solicitors have the experience to help you through this process and help you keep your priorities in order.
Money and property can also be difficult to divide up and can be quite dependent on your current circumstances. If you have a prenuptial agreement this can help to direct your decisions, though it’s worth bearing in mind that courts do not always follow prenuptial agreements.
Why You Should Always Hire Solicitors
Aside from just protecting your assets and guiding you through the process, solicitors are very important for keeping all parties as possible throughout the divorce process.
It’s a sad fact that some divorces are messier than others and if you want to keep things hassle free whilst also ensuring that your assets are protected then make sure to hire a solicitor. In fact, even if both parties are still on good terms and are dealing in good faith, it’s still best to be represented by solicitors.
Ultimately, ending a marriage is almost always a painful process and by allowing solicitors to represent you, you can also let them take on the bulk of the work throughout the divorce process. This way you have more time to heal and you can trust that your finances and assets are being protected.
Here at Fitz Solicitors, our priority is always to give you the best possible representation. If you’re looking for professional representation to help you through your divorce process, contact us today at 01753 592 000.