Divorce

DIVORCE LAWYERS IPSWICH  – DIVORCE LAW FIRM IPSWICH

In this modern world, divorces are an everyday occurrence.  It is estimated that one in three marriages end in divorce.   Most people would prefer to end their relationship on good terms.  However, all too frequently, there are disputes over who owns what and who should have custody of the children.  Naturally, for all parties concerned, such disputes can be a stressful experience full of uncertainty and emotional turmoil.
A sensitive approach
If you are unfortunate enough to have a dispute, it is important that you get advice from expert divorce solicitors.  Our solicitors are fully aware of the stress that can result from a divorce.   To take some of the strain away, our Ipswich based solicitors combine a sensitive approach with professionalism and years of experience.  As our solicitors are conveniently located on your doorstep, you can see your solicitor as and when you need to, allowing you to build a good working relationship and mutually understand your case.   As much as possible our divorce solicitors try to mediate disputes in order to reduce the stress you are out under, which as a bonus potentially saves you time and money.
All bases covered
Our divorce law specialists are knowledgeable in all areas of divorce law, including:
• Legal separation issues
• Co-habitation issues
• Children and divorce
• Pension issues on divorce
• Matrimonial property on divorce
• Child custody issues
Am I legally justified in applying for a divorce?
Perhaps you haven’t even applied for a divorce yet.  Whilst we are sure there are perfectly valid reasons behind every divorce, in theory the law will only accept your application if you have been married for a minimum of twelve months and “the marriage has broken down beyond repair.”  To show this, you must prove one of the four following facts:
Your spouse has abandoned you for a period of two years or longer
Your spouse has acted in unreasonable manner such that you can no longer be expected to live together.
Your spouse has acted committed adultery resulting in you can no longer being expected to live together.
You and your spouse have been living in separate accommodation for a period of two years or longer, and both of you agree to a divorce.
An alternative to divorce: separation
Should you have difficulty in applying for a divorce or for one reason or another (you may have been married for less than twelve months, for example), or you wish to stay legally married to your spouse, you can apply for a “judicial separation.”  The reasons for separating are legally the same as those for divorce and you must fulfil one of the above four.  In addition, the process of applying for a separation is easier and quicker than divorce.
To get a clearer understanding of the law and how it specifically applies to you, contact us today for a quote and initial face-to-face consultation with one of our divorce law solicitors in Ipswich.

In modern society, divorces are an everyday occurrence; it is estimated that one in three marriages end in divorce.   If divorce is to happen then most people would prefer to end their relationship on good terms.  However, all too frequently, there are disputes over who owns what and who should have custody of the children.  Naturally, for all parties concerned, such disputes can be a stressful experience full of uncertainty and emotional turmoil.

A sensitive approach

If you are in a relationship breakdown, it is important that you get advice from expert divorce solicitors.  Our solicitors are fully aware of the stress that can result from a divorce.   To take some of the strain away, our Ipswich based solicitors combine a sensitive approach with professionalism and years of experience.  As our solicitors are conveniently located on your doorstep, you can see your solicitor as and when you need to, allowing you to build a good working relationship and mutually understand your case.   As much as possible our divorce solicitors try to mediate disputes in order to reduce the stress you are out under and save you time and money.

All bases covered

Our divorce law specialists are knowledgeable in all areas of divorce law, including:

  • Legal separation issues
  • Co-habitation issues
  • Children and divorce
  • Pension issues on divorce
  • Matrimonial property on divorce
  • Child custody issues

Am I legally justified in applying for a divorce?

Perhaps you haven’t even applied for a divorce yet.  Whilst we are sure there are perfectly valid reasons behind every divorce, in theory the law will only accept your application if you have been married for a minimum of twelve months and “the marriage has broken down beyond repair.”  To show this, you must prove one of the four following facts:

  • Your spouse has abandoned you for a period of two years or longer
  • Your spouse has acted in unreasonable manner such that you can no longer be expected to live together.
  • Your spouse has acted committed adultery resulting in you can no longer being expected to live together.
  • You and your spouse have been living in separate accommodation for a period of two years or longer, and both of you agree to a divorce.

An alternative to divorce: separation

Should you have difficulty in applying for a divorce or for one reason or another (you may have been married for less than twelve months, for example), or you wish to stay legally married to your spouse, you can apply for a “judicial separation.”  The reasons for separating are legally the same as those for divorce and you must fulfil one of the above four.  In addition, the process of applying for a separation is easier and quicker than divorce.

To get a clearer understanding of the law and how it specifically applies to you, contact us today for a quote and initial face-to-face consultation with one of our divorce law solicitors in Ipswich.

FAQs about:
Divorce

What grounds are there for divorce?

There is only one ground for divorce - irretrievable breakdown of marriage, but there are 5 facts which can be used to demonstrate irretrievable breakdown, which are :-

  • Adultery

  • Unreasonable behaviour

  • Separated for two years and both parties consent to divorce

  • Separated for five years without consent

  • Desertion for at least two years

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