Divorce Lawyers Newcastle

Divorce Lawyers Newcastle Our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, understand that, for many, the breakdown of their marriage is a life-changing event. That’s why we are committed to providing exceptional legal guidance with compassion and a distinctly human touch. We will be by your side throughout the entire divorce process, doung our utmost to ensure a fair outcome for you and your family.

Reach out to Birch & Co’s specialist and supportive team today. Call us on 0191 284 5030 or complete a Free Online Enquiry now to get a bespoke fixed price estimate.

“I cannot fault the professionalism and helpfulness throughout what has been a difficult time. I would not hesitate to use your services again and would recommend you to others.” (Mrs Surtees)

What Can Our Divorce Lawyers, Newcastle Assist With?

• The Divorce Process.

Following the introduction of the ‘no-fault divorce’ in April 2022, parties no longer need to apportion blame to justify seeking a divorce. Instead, they must simply state that their marriage has irretrievably broken down.

Either party can file for divorce, or the couple can do so jointly. If you are the party filing for divorce, our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, will prepare the requisite documentation on your behalf, a copy of which will be sent to your spouse. Under the new laws, a divorce petition can only be disputed in very limited circumstances, such as if the English Courts do not have jurisdiction.

The next step in the divorce procedure is the ‘cooling off period’. The cooling off period lasts for 20-weeks and is intended to be an opportunity for the parties to consider whether their marriage can be saved or to resolve the issues that arise from their separation if their relationship is beyond repair.

Following the expiration of the cooling off period, you can apply to the Court for a ‘Conditional Order’. A Conditional Order does not end your marriage but merely confirms that you are entitled to a divorce.

Once six weeks has elapsed since your Conditional Order you can apply to the Court for a ‘Final Order’. It is the Final Order that legally ends your marriage.

• Child Arrangements.

When a divorcing couple has children, issues such as where those children should live and who they should spend time with can be some of the hardest fought and most emotive. Our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, strive to resolve such issues as amicably as possible to minimise any ongoing parental dispute and lessen the impact of your separation on your children.

In our experience, child arrangements are best dealt with by the parties themselves, without the Court’s involvement. When you and your ex-spouse are able to resolve the issues relating to your children, you are free to make arrangements that reflect the reality of your family life and best meet your children’s needs. There are several dispute resolution options that do not involve Court proceedings, such as mediation and arbitration, and our divorce lawyers, Newcastle will help you identify the one that’s right for you.

• Financial Settlements.

When a couple divorces, their joint assets must be divided fairly between them. Those assets might include the marital home, savings, pensions, and investments.

Financial settlements are often fiercely contested and must be handled with extreme sensitivity to avoid expensive, protracted disputes. Save in exceptional cases, our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, usually encourage the parties to explore alternative dispute resolution methods before proceeding to litigation to minimise the time and money they spend on resolving the issues.

If you and your ex-partner cannot reach a financial settlement without the Court’s involvement, you can apply to Court for a Financial Order. There are no hard and fast rules that apply to the division of a divorcing couple’s assets; the Judge will do what they consider is fair in the circumstances.

When deciding how to divide a couple’s assets, the Judge will consider various factors, including:

The couple’s respective financial positions, including their income, earning potential, and any savings.
The couple’s pensions.
Any business interests.
The standard of living enjoyed by the family during the marriage.
The couple’s liabilities, such as credit cards.
The couple’s respective needs and the needs of their children.

Why Choose Our Divorce Lawyers, Newcastle?

When you choose our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, to guide you through your divorce, you can be confident that you will receive top-quality legal advice coupled with emotional support and sensitivity. Your best interests and those of your children will be at the forefront of everything we do, and we will work tirelessly to ensure a fair resolution of all the issues that arise from your separation.

Our divorce lawyers, Newcastle, are true experts in what they do, having helped countless clients navigate their divorce and secure all they are entitled to. We are friendly and approachable, and we will go out of our way to put you at ease from the outset of your matter until its conclusion.