How to make your divorce work for you
Deciding to get a divorce is difficult. It may feel like your life is being turned upside down. However, it is possible to take control of the situation and make it work for you. …
Financial dependency: Are you worried you can’t afford to get divorced?
We understand that the prospect of divorce, if you are financially dependent on your spouse, can be scary and seem impossible. You might be wary of obtaining legal advice because you are unsure how you will pay for it. …
Who gets the dog when you get divorced?
A dog is very much part of the family and if you have reached the decision that your marriage has come to an end, it is natural that you will be worried about who your dog will live with. …
How soon should I instruct a divorce lawyer?
We would always recommend that you talk to a specialist family lawyer as soon as possible when you are thinking about whether or not to divorce. Many people delay things, often because they think they can sort a lot of issues out themselves and save money. …
Is online divorce really cheaper than a solicitor?
Recent coverage about speeding up the divorce process by using fixed fee digital services raises lots of questions about the pros and cons. …
5 things we want you to know
Divorce is a very difficult time for anyone and you need to have the best legal support on you side. Here are some helpful things you need to know: …
With legal aid drastically cut back, Harrogate Family Law are delighted to be supporting a national, not-for-profit social enterprise working to provide accessible support to families through the difficulties of separation and divorce.
Harrogate Family Law are delighted to have contributed to 101 Questions Answered About Separating with Children, a new book to help separating parents keep their children’s best interests first. Harrogate Family Law are a long-term supporter of the social enterprise OnlyMums & OnlyDads and are a member of their Family Law Panel. …
I’m divorced so my money is safe now. Right? Wrong.
A common misconception in divorce is that a financial claim cannot be made once a Decree Absolute has been granted. In reality there is no limitation period for bringing a financial claim after divorce and there have been a number of very high-profile cases recently where financial claims have been brought many years after the ...
What is a clean break and how do I get one?
Divorcing couples are becoming increasingly aware that it is in their best interests to obtain a clean break when they split up. This is to prevent any future claims on either party’s wealth or earnings and can be agreed at the time of divorce. …
7 Unexpected Divorce Costs and How to Prepare for Them
Most people think about divorce costs in terms of legal fees and the expenses involved in selling the family home but there are a number of hidden costs that can hit you hard if you are unprepared. …
