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Can I Get Divorced In The UK If I Live Abroad?

Can I Get Divorced In The UK If I Live Abroad?

A common question we receive from British Expats living overseas is “can I get divorced in the UK if I live abroad?” In short, the answer is yes. UK* Expats are able to divorce in England and Wales despite the fact they are living abroad, as long as certain criteria...
What’s mine is yours, but don’t touch my pension

What’s mine is yours, but don’t touch my pension

One of the most difficult and contested matters to deal with on divorce is often the issue of pensions. As a family solicitor, I often get asked questions such as “is my wife entitled to half my pension if we divorce?” or “How do you split pensions in a divorce?”. The...
How are Business Assets Treated on Divorce?

How are Business Assets Treated on Divorce?

When a couple separate all assets must be disclosed and this includes any interest either party has in a business. The business interest could be shares in a limited company, an interest in a partnership or LLP, or it may be a sole trader. It is not only the value of...
Divorce with an International Element

Divorce with an International Element

With the ever-increasing job opportunities outside of the UK, and the lure of better weather and lifestyle elsewhere in places such as Dubai, the question of how assets are treated upon divorce has become a growing issue. Cases in which a separated couple have a...
What are the dangers of DIY Divorce?

What are the dangers of DIY Divorce?

The introduction of no-fault divorce has led to a continued rise of DIY divorces where no input is provided from solicitors. Since April 2018 parties have been able to apply online for a divorce without using a solicitor to oversee the process. If both parties agree...