Divorce Solicitors

Do I need a divorce lawyer?

If you’ve decided that you’d like to file for divorce, it is not a legal requirement to seek legal advice. You can go through the different stages of divorce yourself but it can be a lengthy, complex process that might add unnecessary confusion and stress.

There are many situations in which tension can build. Whether that’s agreeing on an appropriate divorce settlement and consent order or making arrangements for your children, organising a divorce involves upsetting conversations. These matters can be complicated and distressing, especially if the breakdown of your marriage has been violent or sudden, so consulting the expertise of a qualified divorce solicitor can help to take some away of the pressure.

How can our divorce lawyers help you

We can offer help, support, and expert legal guidance across every part of the divorce process in the UK in the following areas:

• Division of the assets. We specialise in assisting with financial arrangements, however complex.

• Family mediation: Through mediation, we strive to help families engage in discussions together so that the best possible circumstances can be arranged.

• Civil partnership dissolution: If you’d like to formally leave a civil partnership, our family law team is here to advise you on dissolution. We offer support throughout the process and its outcomes.

• Child law: It’s always best for children if parents can reach an agreement quickly and amicably. When this isn’t possible, we can help you put together an effective parenting plan and reach a solution through arbitration and roundtable meetings, if necessary.

• Domestic abuse: We know that domestic violence affects people of all genders and can make the divorce process even harder. If you’d like to discuss legal protection for yourself and your children, we’ll support you with the strictest confidentiality.

Why choose Hodge Jones & Allen as your divorce solicitors?

Our personalised approach

We recognise how important and sensitive the divorce process is for you. That’s why we always endeavour to respond quickly and are here for you whenever you need us. Our divorce solicitors are committed to constructive and conciliatory solutions, by negotiation or mediation, wherever possible. But when court proceedings are necessary, we are tenacious and robust in our approach.

Expert divorce team

Our leading divorce solicitors in London and Liverpool are well-renowned specialists. We’re regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. All our divorce lawyers are also members of the Law Society and Resolution.

We can assist couples with many matters to be resolved during a divorce. These include property, maintenance, pension provision, support for children, school fees and more. Our goal is to help couples reach an agreement via solicitor-led negotiation, mediation, collaborative law and court proceedings if necessary.

Industry recognition

We’ve been recognised as a leading firm by the Legal 500 and as one of Chambers and Partners’ top firms. We have proven success acting in numerous complex and high-profile cases, so we’re confident that we can offer you the highest-quality service.

Honest advice

We will explain the process clearly and keep you informed about what is happening at each stage.

We provide excellent value for money. Our team of divorce lawyers will advise you on the best and most effective strategy to take and will never approach a case from a litigation perspective. We’re fully transparent about the cost of our work and we will always provide estimates of what your matter will cost before we start helping you.

I am thinking about getting a divorce. What should I do?

Talk to your partner 

If possible, you should talk it through with your partner first.

The events leading up to this conversation might be a sensitive subject but you should always aim for constructive communication. Try to express how you feel, openly discussing your reasons for wanting a divorce. This is especially important when children are involved.

Seek legal advice

It is important that you are comfortable with your chosen divorce solicitor.

Ideally, you should feel confident that they understand your legal needs and the emotional aspects of your situation equally. Choose a solicitor who will be available to answer your questions and support you throughout the journey. Once they know your circumstances, your legal team will be able to advise you on the best strategy and approach to take.

Our specialist divorce solicitors can help you conclude the divorce process and to reach an agreement regarding the matrimonial finances. This agreement can then be drawn up into a Consent Order which will need to be sealed by a Judge in order to become legally binding. The Consent Order can record what will happen to the family assets, debts and income and whether there will be ongoing maintenance payments.

How much does a divorce cost in the UK?

Our leading divorce solicitors typically work on an agreed hourly rate, which varies depending on their seniority. Once we’ve taken the time to get to know your individual circumstances, your solicitor will be able to provide you with a cost estimate.

• We offer a first consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer at a fixed fee rate of £400 plus VAT.

During this meeting, your lawyer will explain to you the legal processes of divorce, finances and children (if applicable). Based on your circumstances, we will advise you on options for resolution of the matters that arise out of separation. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to ask all of your most important questions.

How much does a divorce cost if both parties agree?

In simple divorce cases where everything has been agreed between both parties in advance:

• You may be able to opt for a fixed-fee divorce service, which is £499 plus VAT, plus the court fee of £593. This applies whether the application is a sole or joint one.

It’s always worth noting that your costs might be different if your divorce is more complex or if we need to work with you for longer than expected. If you’d like to know more about the cost of divorce, please see our page on the increase in family court fees.