Children
As members of Resolution, we specialise in all areas of private family law, including Child Arrangement Orders, Changing a Child’s name, Grandparents’ Rights and much more.
Children
As members of Resolution, we specialise in all areas of private family law, including Child Arrangement Orders, Changing a Child’s name, Grandparents’ Rights and much more.
Helping you to achieve the best arrangements.
We are a collaborative law practice that focuses on strategy and solutions. We can support you with legally binding agreements, mediation, negotiation or a roundtable meeting. It doesn’t have to be a battle and using a solicitor doesn’t mean you have to go to court.
How can SKB Law help? We specialise in Child Arrangement Orders, Grandparents’ Rights, Relocation (domestic and international), Parental Responsibility, Changing a Child’s Name, Parental Alienation and much more. If you’re not sure what to do, contact our team to find out your options, costs and next steps.
What is a divorce strategy session? Whether you need to ask a question about your rights, create a plan or get a second opinion, our 1 hour divorce strategy sessions are a great way to get detailed legal advice about any children’s matter. We’ll help you to create a plan or consider how to reach and agreement and avoid conflict – saving you time and money.
Will I need to go to court? Not always. If you reach an agreement on how to coparent, we can make your agreement legally binding. If you’re unable to agree, you may wish to consider writing a parenting plan, mediation, arbitration, or a round-table meeting. Speak to our team on 01274 727373 and find out your options.
Make a Plan.
Reach an Agreement.
Make it Legal.
Helping you to achieve the best arrangements.
We are a collaborative law practice that focuses on strategy and solutions. We can support you with legally binding agreements, mediation, negotiation or a roundtable meeting. It doesn’t have to be a battle and using a solicitor doesn’t mean you have to go to court.
How can SKB Law help? We specialise in Child Arrangement Orders, Grandparents’ Rights, Relocation (domestic and internationl), Parental Responsibility, Changing a Child’s Name and much more. If you’re not sure what to do, contact our team to find out your options, costs and next steps.
What is a divorce strategy session? Whether you need to ask a question about your rights, create a plan or get a second opinion, our 1 hour divorce strategy sessions are a great way to get detailed legal advice about any children’s matter. We’ll help you to create a plan or consider how to reach and agreement and avoid conflict – saving you time and money.
Will I need to go to court? Not always. If you reach an agreement on how to coparent, we can make your agreement legally binding. If you’re unable to agree, you may wish to consider writing a parenting plan, mediation, arbitration, or a round-table meeting. We can advise you on all options and offer a free 15 minute consultation. Speak to our team on 01274 727373 and find out your options.
Make a Plan.
Reach an Agreement.
Make it Legal.
✓ Save Money
Our fixed fee divorce packages start at £750 + VAT. If you file a joint divorce application, you can share the cost equally.
✓ Save Time
Reaching an agreement between yourselves on how you will coparent or divide your finances, can save you money and time with paperwork and consultations.
✓ Save Energy
Many couples use the same solicitor to file their divorce application. The same solicitor paves the way for less conflict and a more transparent and fair outcome.
Applying for a divorce
Here’s what you can expect if you apply for a divorce. Start the process by booking a call with our experienced family law solicitors.
STEP ONE
Application
Prepare and submit your divorce statement and application.
STEP TWO
20 Week Reflection
An opportunity to reflect on your decision and work through any child or financial issues.
STEP THREE
Conditional Order
This stage says the court sees no reason why you cannot divorce. It was previously called a Decree Nisi.
STEP FOUR
6 Week Wait
After the conditional order, you need to wait six weeks and one day (a cooling off period) before your Final Order.
STEP FIVE
Final Order
The legal document that ends your marriage. It was previously called a Decree Absolute.
In most cases, a divorce will not be finalised in less than six months.
Some of our Fixed Fee Packages
We offer a full range of children’s services. Call our team to find out your options.
We offer a range of fixed fee package or hourly, unbundled legal services. As solicitors, our firm is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and we are members of the Law Society of England & Wales.
Sole or Joint Divorce Application
£750 +VAT
– Solicitor consultation
– Divorce application drafted and filed
– Monitoring and updates.
Note: this package does not cover contested divorces. You will also need to pay £593 court fees.
Divorce & Clean Break Order £2000 +VAT
– Solicitor consultation
– Divorce application drafted and filed
– Obtain Clean Break Order.
→ A Clean Break Order stops you or your spouse from making a financial claim against each other in the future.
Eligibility: you do not have any joint assets and you both agree to the order. Our solicitors will assess whether this is the right option for you.
Divorce & Child Arrangements Order £2500 +VAT
– Solicitor consultation
– Divorce application
– Child Arrangements Order
→ If you’ve reached an agreement about your child arrangements, the Order will make your agreement legally binding.
This package is for the application only. If your application requires court representation, additional charges will apply. Our solicitors will assess whether this is the right option for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We want to keep it friendly. Will a solicitor create more problems?
We are a collaborative law practice. We focus on strategy and solutions, not battles.
As members of Resolution, our goal is to help you find a solution that works for you and is in the best interests of your child.
We’ll help you to plan your next steps and explore your options. We find that reaching an agreement early on about parenting or financial issues can save you time and money in the end.
What Issues Do We Need to Agree on?
- where your children will live
- how much time they will spend with each parent, and
- how you’ll financially support them
We can guide you on next steps, options and costs in relation to your children or dividing finances, such as a Clean Break Order or a Consent Order. It is important to remember that whilst a Final Order legally ends your marriage, it does not end your financial commitments to your former spouse.
What Court Order Do I Need?
Where possible, court action should be a last resort when a case involves children. If you do need to apply to the court, or if the court process has already begun, we can provide urgent advice and representation.
There are a number of options available to you.
- A Child Arrangements Order will ask the court to decide on issues relating to contact and visitation
- A Prohibited Steps Order can be used to ask the court to stop contact with a certain person
To find out your options, book our free 15 minute consultation on 01274 727373.
You may find our free family law guide about Child Arrangements helpful.
How can I stop my ex seeing our child. What can I do?
There are a number of legal options available to you, including a court order. Please call our team to book your free 15 minute consultation on 01274 727373.
What are the benefits of a solicitor managed divorce?
Our Fixed Fee Managed Divorce service is a great option for couples who want us to take care of everything for them.
Our fixed fee Managed Divorce service is £750 +VAT
- solicitor consultation
- we check your documents, prepare the divorce application and file everything with the court;
- we monitor your application, check on service and handle all correspondence until you obtain your Final Order (the document which legally ends your marriage)
- payment plans are available
- note: you will also need to pay court fees of £593
Find Out Your Options
Call our team to find out your options. We aim to reply to all enquiries within 24-48 hours (Monday-Friday). If your question is urgent, we recommend contacting our team by phone.