Family Law

Divorcing is usually a decision that is made after much consideration and deliberation. You may be worried about the impact that divorce could have upon your pension, savings and debts. Many people also worry about the effect that divorce could have upon their children. The divorce lawyers at Paramount Solicitors are proud to provide clear and straightforward advice to help you move forwards. We support our clients throughout the process.

Grounds for Divorce?

Making the decision to get a divorced is one that few people make lightly. However, the decision to grant a divorce does not lie with the couple in question; it lies with the courts. For a court to grant an application for a divorce, certain criteria need to be proved:

• It must be established that you and your spouse have been married for one year; and,
• The court must be convinced that the marriage has broken down irretrievably.

Separation Agreement

Although it is not a necessary step in divorce proceedings, many couples who intend to divorce will start with a Separation Agreement. This is an agreement on practical aspects of separation such as finances and child contact. Before a divorce is finalised, a Separation Agreement can allow you to settle matters such as who will live in the house you shared and who will pay bills and the mortgage. Many couples find this allows them to settle the most important matters. A Separation Agreement can often make a later divorce quicker and easier to secure as the most important aspects will have already been sorted out.