Looking for help and information around the topic of men’s divorce? We understand that if you are, it can be a difficult time for you to deal with following the breakdown of your marriage.
Other than moving house, a divorce is one of the most likely reasons you’ll require legal support and there’s good reason for it, it’s not straightforward.
Both yourself and your former partner are likely to have specific goals in mind when considering divorce, whether it’s a quick and amicable agreement, keeping the marital home, selling the marital home, or childcare provisions if there are children involved.
So, where do you start…
Firstly, if you would like to speak with one of our specialist men’s divorce soliciors, please either call us now on 0845 1391399 or complete a Free Online Enquiry » and we will connect you, without cost or obligation.
Divorce For Men
Well, let’s start by answering one of the most frequently asked questions, how long does a divorce take?
Thankfully, not all divorces take a long time.
In fact, if you and your former partner agree on the terms and the reasons for the divorce then it could be completed from start to finish in as little as 4-6 months.
If there are issues around money, property, and childcare arrangements, then this will probably take a bit longer.
However, the average divorce in the UK takes around 12 months to be finalised.
When Can You Apply For A Men’s Divorce?
You can only get a divorce if you’ve been married for at least a year.
If you or your partner don’t agree to a divorce then it is likely to take a long longer and cost a whole lot more money than if you both agree.
The divorce process can seem complicated but there are four clear parts to the process:
- Filing a divorce petition
- Acknowledgment of service – this confirms your spouse has received the divorce papers, they’re happy with the grounds for divorce, and whether they agree to or wish to contest the divorce
- Application for Decree Nisi – this states the court can’t see a reason why you cannot obtain a divorce
- Application for Decree Absolute – if the judge accepts your reasons for divorce, then 6 weeks and 1 day later, you can apply for Decree Absolute (the final decree) and legally finalise your divorce.
Sorting out financial issues can be a sticking point in divorce, and depending on your circumstances, then could be a significant point of contention.
If you’ve agreed to divide any assets, then you’ll need to obtain a financial court order by having a solicitor draw up a consent order to document the divorce settlement you’ve come to.
Crucially, there was a significant change to divorce law in the UK in April 2022, through the introduction of ‘no-fault divorces‘.
In essence, it means that there’s no longer a need to prove that the other party is at fault in divorce proceedings, a ‘no-fault’ decision can be put forward as the reason for divorce.
Best Divorce Solicitors For Men
Finding a reliable expert divorce solicitor is essential to help you achieve a positive outcome in your divorce proceedings.
We understand that it’s an emotionally challenging time and you’re likely to be going through significant changes in your life, which is why having a legal professional to explain the process to you and walk you through each stage is crucial.
At Solicitors Near Me, we specialise in connecting you with expert solicitors near to where you live and we understand the importance of simplifying that process, because we know that the last thing you need is any additional stress.
Oh, and did we mention that the Solicitors Near Me service is completely FREE to use?
To use our service, all you need to do is provide us with a few contact details and we’ll connect you with an expert divorce solicitor near you.
If you’re wondering why it’s because we know how important it is to find the best divorce solicitor available to give you the best chance of moving forwards with your life in a positive frame of mind with your desired outcome.
Best Divorce Lawyers For Men
Whatever your need, there’s a divorce solicitor near you that can assist with your divorce proceedings.
The Solicitors Near Me service is completely FREE, so you can focus on what really matters.
You won’t pay a single penny to us, and you’ll only be committed to your divorce lawyer once you give them the go-ahead…
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