1 March 2022
Ending a civil partnership is always a difficult decision to make and consideration will need to be given to how each party can begin to move forward with their lives.
We understand that you experience many emotions during the end of a relationship, which is why our Family Solicitors are on hand to help you through a Civil Partnership Dissolution.
Initial Discussion
For an initial discussion and a no-obligation quote, get in touch with us today by simply calling us on 01234 343134 or email us at enquiries@fullersfamilylaw.com and a member of our team will get back to you.
Grounds for a Civil Partnership Dissolution
To end a Civil Partnership you must have been in the legal partnership for more than one year.
Aside from completing the dissolution petition and making sure you have your civil partnership certificate, it is important to pull together your financial documents so that you can start to think about how finances matters will be resolved between you.
As with a traditional divorce, either party will also be entitled to apply for financial provisions which can include:
- A lump sum
- Pensions
- Sharing assets
- Spousal maintenance
- Property ownership
Our team is on hand to provide legal advice and assistance relating to your separation and can offer advice on the different options available at each stage.
How Long will Dissolution of a Civil Partnership take?
The time it takes to end a Civil Partnership will vary depending on the complexity of the matters involved. An uncontested dissolution can take from 4 – 6 months, whereas a contested and complicated dissolution can take much longer.
In some matters, clients are advised to delay their final order ending the civil partnership until a Financial Settlement Order has been approved.
A Financial Settlement Order will help protect your finances in the future by ensuring your former partner is no longer able to claim a portion of your assets further down the line, which could put you at a disadvantage financially.
If your partner does not provide consent to end your relationship, then the dissolution of your civil partnership may take longer. A contested dissolution can lead to multiple court hearings and delay.
Conditional Order
If your partner has contested the dissolution, you may be able to apply for a Conditional Order from the court that will state that the court sees no reason why the civil partnership cannot be dissolved.
You will then be able to apply to finalise the details of your Civil Partnership Dissolution.
How Can Fullers Help?
At Fullers Family Law, we understand that finding a solicitor that you feel understands your own specific situation can be a daunting task. So, you can book a free call back with us here.
We have also created a series of fixed-price consultation meetings with a full ‘no questions asked’ money-back guarantee’ promise.
For an initial discussion and a no-obligation quote, get in touch with us today by simply calling us on 01234 371478, filling in the contact form below, or emailing us at enquiries@fullersfamilylaw.com and a member of our team will get back to you.
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