July 2023

If you are considering divorce, it's essential to understand when you can start divorce proceedings in England and Wales and the legal process.

There is a commonly held belief that couples are automatically divorced after being separated for 7 years. This notion is wrong.

Many parents struggle with the idea that a court can tell them what the parenting arrangements for their child are and when they can see their child.

In the UK, there is a common misconception that if you separate from your husband or wife for several years your marriage is automatically annulled.

If you are splitting up from your husband or wife, you may assume that everything will be split 50/50 in your divorce settlement. That is not always the case.

At Fullers Family Law, we understand that going through a divorce can be a confusing and emotionally distressing process. With our managed divorce service, our team will prepare all necessary divorce paperwork on your behalf, liaise with the court, and provide you with regular updates as to how your divorce is progressing.

Financial settlement and child contact negotiations after a separation or divorce can often hit a point where progress stalls, resulting in an impasse. It's crucial to find effective ways to break through these deadlocks to reach an agreement so you do not end up in protracted family law court proceedings.

If you have been in a relationship involving narcissistic abuse, or you are contemplating separating from a partner with a narcissistic personality disorder, our specialist family solicitors can help support you.