To get a divorce you need to have been married for at least one year, confirm the marriage has irretrievably broken down and have a legally recognised marriage. You will need to complete a divorce application on the online portal and pay the court fee currently at £593. You will then need to apply for a conditional order and final order at appropriate stages in the court process.

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The term custody is no longer used as a legal term and has been replaced by the term child arrangements. The welfare of the child is the most important consideration when making a decision on child arrangements. Both parents have equal rights to apply for a child arrangement order, and the court will consider factors such as the child's wishes, their relationship with each parent, and their overall wellbeing. In some cases, a joint arrangement may be awarded, while in others, one parent may be granted sole parental responsibility.

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The division of assets in a divorce is based on the principle of fairness. This means that the house may be awarded to one spouse or sold and the proceeds divided between them, depending on factors such as the length of the marriage, the financial needs of each spouse, and the contributions made by each spouse to the marriage. There is no automatic entitlement to the house for either spouse.

A pension can be considered a marital asset and may be subject to division in a divorce settlement. The court may order a pension sharing order, where a portion of the pension is transferred to the other spouse's pension scheme, or a pension attachment order, where the other spouse receives a portion of the pension payments when the pension holder starts receiving them. The exact division will depend on the individual circumstances of the case.

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No, you are not obliged to have a solicitor during a divorce; but it can help and ensure that your interests are protected and represented. You might think that you should receive a vast proportion of the assets, for example, when in reality you are going to be entitled to much less. A solicitor will give you realistic expectations and will encourage you to try and reach an agreement. This could prevent you from having to pay your opponent's costs.

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To change your name after divorce you need to obtain a deed poll/change of name document. This legal document allows you to change your name and must be signed and witnessed. You can then use this document to update your name on official documents such as your passport, driving licence, and bank accounts.

The length of time it takes to get a divorce varies depending on the complexity of the case and whether both parties agree on the terms. On average, it takes around 6-9 months to obtain a divorce. However, it can take longer if there are disputes over finances, property, or child arrangements.

You can get a divorce if you have been married for over a year, your relationship has permanently broken down and your marriage is legally recognised in the UK (including same sex marriage). You will need to make an application for divorce with a certified copy of your marriage certificate. The application is made on the court portal and the application can be made jointly with your spouse.

Your marriage needs to have irretrievably broken down.

The process for dividing assets in a divorce involves identifying all assets and liabilities, including property, savings, pensions, and debts. The court will consider various factors, such as the length of the marriage, the financial needs of each party, and the contributions made by each party. The court will then make a decision on how to divide the assets fairly between the parties. This may involve selling assets, transferring ownership, or awarding a lump sum payment.

Yes, you can still get a divorce even if your spouse doesn't want one. You would need to ensure the papers are served on your spouse or, in certain circumstances, an application can be made to dispense with the need for service of papers at the Court's discretion.