Legal Insights
Practical guides to the questions people ask us most about divorce, separation, money and children. Each one is written in plain English, reviewed by a qualified solicitor at Aletta Shaw before it is published, and covers the law in England & Wales.
What Is a Prenuptial Agreement and Is It Legally Binding?
What a prenuptial agreement is, and how the courts in England & Wales treat them — a general guide to prenups and their weight.
How Long Does a Divorce Take in England & Wales?
A general timeline for divorce in England & Wales under the no-fault law, including the minimum periods built into the process.
What Factors Decide a Financial Settlement in Divorce?
The factors a court weighs when deciding a financial settlement on divorce in England & Wales, explained in plain English.
How Are Arrangements for Children Decided When Parents Separate?
How decisions about where children live and how they see each parent are approached in England & Wales, and the principle that guides them.
Do You Have to Go to Court to Get Divorced?
Many divorces are completed without ever attending a court hearing. A general guide to when court is and isn't involved in England & Wales.
No-Fault Divorce Explained: How the Process Works
How no-fault divorce works in England & Wales since the 2022 law change — the stages of the process and what has changed.
These guides provide general information about the law in England & Wales and are not legal advice. Every situation is different. For advice tailored to you, please speak to a solicitor.
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