What financial arrangements do I need to make?

What financial arrangements do I need to make?

6th April 2026 will mark the 4 year anniversary of the implementation of no-fault divorce in England and Wales which was introduced to support separating couples in obtaining a divorce with the aim of reducing conflict. With no-fault divorce having made the divorce...
What is Spousal Maintenance?

What is Spousal Maintenance?

Spousal maintenance can be a contentious issue between divorcing couples. The topic of spousal maintenance can leave divorcing couples questioning how much; for how long; and how is it calculated? These are all too familiar questions raised time and time again and so,...

Your Divorce Questions Answered by Our Experts

How do I start a divorce? Divorce proceedings are issued online using HMCTS’s government’s divorce portal. A single statement of ‘irretrievable breakdown’ is declared on the divorce application which is sufficient evidence for the grounds of...
Why choose Birkett & Co Solicitors?

Why choose Birkett & Co Solicitors?

Birkett & Co Solicitors is a law firm based in Bury specialising exclusively in Family Law. Family disputes can be complex and are often an emotionally challenging time for all of the family regardless of what the situation may be. Trying to resolve a family...