Divorce and Family matters
We can advise you on Divorce and divorce related issues.   Whether you are in England (or Wales) or working or resident overseas if you need the advice of a solicitor on a matter of UK divorce law - divorce, ancillary relief, spousal maintenance, pension sharing, contact or residence of children, or any family law issue then please contact us on the email link for further information. 
The divorce process can be stressful and quite traumatic.  To help you through, we are committed to providing you with an efficient service and good advice.  If the divorce is dealt with correctly, it may be less costly than you think.      
Divorce Advice for Ex Pats
Many of our clients live or work outside the UK.   However, since the divorce process is predominantly a paper process which can be dealt with without the attendance in UK of the parties, this is not a problem. 
Divorce Jurisdiction
You do not always need to live in England in order to have a divorce here.   Spouses who have lived abroad for a considerable period may still be able to obtain a divorce in England and Wales.  Divorce jurisdiction depends on residence or domicile which can be quite complicated.  
Divorce and Pensions
There is often considerable wealth associated with a spouse’s pension.  It is vital that its real value is factored into any settlement proposal.  We work with pensions actuaries to calculate how best to value it.  If there is to be a pension sharing order we will calculate the percentage share.  Dealing with public service pension funds is our speciality.    
Divorce and Children
It is sometimes difficult for divorcing couples to focus on arrangements for the children of the marriage.  Disputes can arise regarding contact between the children and the non resident parent, or over specific issues such as medical care, education and religion.  A party may seek to change the child’s name or want a residence order.  We will try to resolve these disputes as quickly and smoothly as possible.   If a prohibited steps order is required we will act fast to prevent a child being removed from the UK.  
Child maintenance
For the absent parent, dealing with the CSA can be stressful.   Have you ever had a demand for payments that you dispute.  Do you think the demand has been mis-calculated.  Have the IMA team contacted you about arrears.  If you wish us to investigate the dispute on your behalf, email us on the link above.