Divorce and Separation Solicitors

Whether you are initiating a divorce or your partner has requested it, you are not expected to know the legalities or how to navigate the process – that is what we are here for. Our highly skilled divorce solicitors will provide clear, practical advice and guide you through every step with care and sensitivity, helping you move forward with confidence. If you are unsure where to start, arrange a fixed-fee consultation today.

Cohabiting couples do not automatically have the same legal rights as married couples or civil partners. When relationships end, this can lead to complex disputes, particularly where property, shared finances, and/or children are involved. Combining extensive experience with a calm, measured approach, our expert divorce and separation lawyers provide clear, strategic advice to protect your interests, resolve matters as swiftly as possible, and achieve the best outcome for you.

Separation agreements can be used by both unmarried couples and married/civilly partnered couples who have decided to separate without starting divorce proceedings. Whilst these agreements are contracts rather than court orders, they can still provide some legal and financial security for both parties. At Scott Bailey, our experienced separation solicitors are here to guide you through the process, ensuring your interests are protected and helping you move forward with confidence.

Untangling finances during a separation or divorce is often one of the most complex and challenging parts of the process. From pensions to property and debts to maintenance, reaching a fair settlement takes extensive expertise and experience. Our divorce and separation solicitors will take the time to understand your circumstances, explain your options and likely outcomes, and act decisively to secure the best possible settlement for you.

As a divorcing or separating parent, it is only natural that your children’s well-being will be your top priority. Our expert divorce and separation solicitors will work with you to achieve a fair, practical arrangement, protecting both your interests and those of your children. We handle these matters with care and sensitivity, working proactively to provide the stability your children need at a difficult and uncertain time.

Having the protection of a pre-nuptial or post-nuptial agreement can provide peace of mind when getting married, entering a civil partnership, or even after you are already married. These agreements are for everyone, but are particularly common for those getting married for the second or third time, possibly with children from a previous marriage, and with previously acquired assets or prospective inheritance to protect. Our expert family law solicitors are here to guide you through the process, ensuring your interests are protected whilst taking a sensitive approach to this complex subject.

Couples who plan to live together without getting married, or entering a civil partnership, can put in place a cohabitation contract – also known as a living together agreement – to set out who pays for what, who owns what and what happens to everything should they separate. Whilst these agreements are contracts rather than court orders, they can still provide some legal and financial security for both parties.

International divorces bring an added layer of complexity, from determining jurisdiction to dealing with overseas property, finances, or arrangements involving children. Drawing on decades of experience, our specialist divorce solicitors have the expertise and experience to help you navigate these complexities with confidence and achieve the best possible outcome.

If you are experiencing or have experienced abuse, our expert divorce and separation solicitors are here to support you. We will take the time to understand your unique circumstances before acting decisively to safeguard you and your family. With extensive experience representing victims of domestic abuse, you can trust our specialist team to provide the highest standard of legal advice, ensuring you are protected throughout any proceedings.