Hartnell Chanot: Divorce/Family Law Solicitors Exeter, Devon
Divorce
From complex international divorces to straightforward separations - we can help.
We employ experienced divorce solicitors and legal professionals to provide expert legal advice and guide you through the process of divorce and separation.
Our aim is to ensure in every case that the minimum level of legal costs are incurred in any given situation, whilst supporting you through what can be a difficult and painful process. All new clients are offered free initial advice and legal aid if eligible, and we are the largest family law solicitors in Exeter.
The mechanics of obtaining a divorce or separation order are usually quite straightforward - particularly if both parties feel that the marriage is over. The difficulties tend to lie in the practical issues stemming from divorce including:
- Where to live and protecting the family home
- Arrangements over the children including custody, access and maintenance
- Your finances and divorce settlement
The purpose of this page is to set out a broad outline of the divorce process including eligibility and the sort of timetable to expect. You may find it useful to refer to the common terms and phrases PDF (available to download on the right hand side of this page) whilst viewing our site.
Further advice
Citizens Advice Bureau - Ending a Marriage
Parentline - Splitting Up / Divorce and Separation
