Divorce Solicitors in Carlisle, Cumbria & Northumberland
Divorce and the breakdown of a relationship can be extremely difficult for all parties. Separation means dealing with sensitive issues therefore it is important the process is
dealt with efficiently and, if possible, amicably, by a capable divorce solicitor.
Divorce
‘No fault’ divorce was introduced in 2022. Either party to a marriage can apply for a divorce. Before applying it is worth obtaining legal advice about the advantages and disadvantages of beginning proceedings. Once divorce proceedings are begun, either party can apply for a financial remedy order.
We can assist you with your own divorce online or we can undertake the entire process for a fixed fee. At an initial meeting with one of our solicitors, the various options will be explained.
How we can help
Our divorce and family law team have worked with clients from Carlisle, Cumbria and Northumberland for a number of years. This includes advising ex-pats both abroad and returning, as well as English clients now living across the border in Scotland.
We can assist you with the online divorce process either by completing all the necessary documents ourselves or by helping you to do so. Alternatively, if you have received divorce papers we can advise you how best to respond.
Financial Issues
For many people the real worry is whether a property or business is going to have to be sold. Our expert lawyers can advise you about the process of financial disclosure and negotiate the best outcome.
Financial remedy proceedings are proceedings within a divorce or dissolution for:
- Lump sum orders;
- Property adjustment orders;
- Periodical payments (spousal maintenance) orders; and/ or
- Pension sharing orders.
It is often possible to settle cases without issuing an application for a financial remedy order. We will explain all the alternatives to court such as mediation, collaborative law, private FDR’s and arbitration if you want to deal with matters amicably.
If you are facing an application for a financial remedy, or you want to bring your own claim, our expert team can assist you by providing initial advice on likely outcomes then guiding you through the court process, if necessary.
