The Legal Process of Divorce Even the most straightforward divorces typically take four to six months to move from the

DIY (do-it-yourself) divorce Embarking on a DIY divorce involves several key steps to ensure the process is handled correctly. First,

Legal Aid Legal Aid is no longer available for divorce or civil partnership dissolution, with the following exceptions: Domestic Abuse:

Finding a Solicitor Most people require the services of a solicitor to deal with their divorce. A solicitor can take

Mediation During a divorce or separation hostility and anger are common between couples and talking to an ex partner face

Legal Separation Many couples decide to separate to give themselves time and space to reflect on their relationship. For some,

Finance and Assets The part of your divorce that deals with the financial settlement is called Ancillary Relief. This includes

Cohabitation Rights  When a couple live together, or cohabit, they do not have legal status as a married couple. This

Cautionary Advice People usually get divorced when one or other of the parties decides to end the relationship, it is

Families & Children Families & Children Welcome to the Children and Families section of ItsFinished.com, where we provide compassionate and

Pets During the trauma of a separation pets are often the last thing on your mind. Depending on the animal

Navigating Divorce After Domestic Abuse Divorce is a challenging process under any circumstances, but when it follows a history of

Housing When going through a divorce or separation, one of the most pressing and complex issues you may face is

Finance Navigating financial issues after a divorce or separation can be an overwhelming and complex experience, as it often entails

A-Z of Helplines The following links directory covers everything from legal assistance to domestic violence, religious and cultural links, help