Financial Issues

Divorce does not end your financial obligations. We specialise in all areas of private family law, including Asset Division, Clean Break Orders, Mahr, Prenuptial Agreements and much more.

Financial Issues

Divorce does not end your financial obligations. We specialise in all areas of private family law, including Asset Division, Clean Break Orders, Mahr, Prenuptial Agreements and much more.

Helping you to achieve the best outcome.

We are a collaborative law practice that focuses on strategy and solutions. We can support you with asset advice, legally binding agreements, mediation, Private FDRs or a roundtable meeting.

Dividing your finances 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’ll give you realistic advice about your options. We specialise in Asset Division, Clean Break Orders, Financial Provision for Children, Asset Tracing, TOLATA, Prenuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Business Evaluation, Pension Claims, Mahr and Gold Jewellery issues and much more. Call our team to find out your options, costs and next steps.

What am I entitled to? There’s no set formula, rules or entitlement for dividing finances on divorce. It will depend on your situation. The goal is to reach a fair settlement for everyone. In general, courts will consider: the length of your marriage; income and earning potential; contributions to the family (e.g. salary or care of children); financial needs and responsibilities; your age and the state of your health; your standard of living. Call our team to better understand your options.

Will I need to go to court? Not always. It’s always best if you can reach an agreement between yourselves. We can then make your agreement legally binding. If you’re unable to agree between yourselves, we can help with negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or a round-table meeting. Court is generally the last step. 

Make a Plan. 
Reach an Agreement.
Make it Legal.

Helping you to achieve the best outcome.

We are a collaborative law practice that focuses on strategy and solutions. We can support you with asset advice, legally binding agreements, mediation, Private FDRs or a roundtable meeting.

Dividing your finances 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’ll give you realistic advice about your options. We specialise in Asset Division, Clean Break Orders, Financial Provision for Children, Asset Tracing, TOLATA, Prenuptial Agreements, Cohabitation Agreements, Business Evaluation, Pension Claims, Mahr and Gold Jewellery issues and much more. Call our team to find out your options, costs and next steps.

What am I entitled to? There’s no set formula, rules or entitlement for dividing finances on divorce. It will depend on your situation. The goal is to reach a fair settlement for everyone. In general, courts will consider: the length of your marriage; income and earning potential; contributions to the family (e.g. salary or care of children); financial needs and responsibilities; your age and the state of your health; your standard of living. Call our team to better understand your options.

Will I need to go to court? Not always. It’s always best if you can reach an agreement between yourselves. We can then make your agreement legally binding. If you’re unable to agree between yourselves, we can help with negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or a round-table meeting. Court is generally the last step. 

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 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.

How It Works

When it comes to dividing your finances, court isn’t the only option. We recommend speaking with a solicitor to protect your interests and make sure any agreement is legally binding. Start the process by speaking with our experienced family law solicitors. 

OPTION  ONE

Informal Agreement

It’s always best if you and your former partner can reach an agreement between yourselves. We can review your agreement to make sure it’s legally binding and protects your interests.

OPTION TWO

Solicitor Agreement

If you’re unable to reach an agreement between yourselves, we can negotiate on your behalf – on a voluntary basis. This route can be quicker and cheaper than asking a court.

OPTION THREE

Mediation

A mediator is a neutral third party who will help you and your partner reach an agreement. It can be quicker and cheaper than asking a court.

OPTION FOUR

Round Table Meeting

A good way to reach an agreement with more complex matters. It involves you, your former partner and your respective solicitors meeting for a four-way negotiation.

OPTION FIVE

Court Action

Court should be the last option. But sometimes, it’s the only way to reach a settlement – particularly if your former partner is refusing to disclose assets or compromise. 

We recommend speaking to a solicitor to protect your interests and make sure any agreement is legally binding.

Some of our Fixed Fee Packages

We offer a full range of financial services. Call our team to find out your options. 

We offer a range of fixed fee packages 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.

Consent Order (Both In Agreement) £2000 +VAT

– Solicitor consultation
– Draft Consent Order
– Submit Consent Order to Court

→ If you’ve reached an agreement about your financial arrangements, a Consent 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 explain whether this is the right option for you.

Prenuptial Agreement
from £1500 +VAT

– Solicitor consultation
– Drafting a Schedule of Assets
– Solicitor drafted Prenuptial Agreement

Note: pricing will vary according to your circumstances and assets.

Divorce Strategy Session £250 +VAT

– 1 hour solicitor consultation
– Detailed legal advice
– Document review (advance notice req’d)

Clients find this 60 minute session a helpful way to get detailed legal advice about their options, in particular about parenting or dividing finances. Create a plan or better understand your financial options. 

Financial Agreement with Negotiation £3000 +VAT

– Solicitor consultation
– Liaise and negotiate with other party
– Financial Agreement

If you’re unable to agree how to divide your finances, we liaise and negotiate with the other party. This package is on a voluntary basis. Clients find it a useful way to reduce ongoing costs. Our solicitors will explain whether this is the right option for you.

What our customers are saying

95% would recommend SKB Law to their family and friends.

Our customers use Review Solicitors, the UK’s largest legal review site to share their views about SKB Law. 

Even though I was based in London, SKB Law were extremely sensitive, vigilant and thorough with my divorce proceedings. I had a devious and tricky ex, so it was incredibly stressful. SKB were very understanding and supportive as I was very nervous and emotional, this made me feel very supported and empowered. I’m super happy with my result and will certainly be returning to them for any future advice and have already recommended them to others.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a divorce strategy session?

Do you know if you can stay in your home? Or whether you have a right to your partner’s pension? Our 1 hour divorce strategy sessions are a great way to get detailed legal advice about any financial issues. We’ll help you to create a plan or consider how to reach and agreement and avoid conflict – saving you time and money.

We want to keep it friendly. Will a solicitor create more problems?

We are a collaborative law practice.  We focus on strategy and solutions. As members of Resolution, our goal is to help you reach an agreement with your partner. It doesn’t have to be a battle.

We help you plan your next steps and explore your options. We find that reaching an agreement about parenting or financial issues can save you time and money in the end.

What Is A Clean Break Order?

Your divorce application legally dissolves your marriage and brings it to an end. But, it does not end your financial obligations.

There is no time limit for making a financial claim against your former spouse. Your ex could make an application many years after you finalise your divorce. For example, if you win the lottery or your business makes a profit, your ex-spouse could file a claim.

A Clean Break Order does exactly what it says…it gives you a clean break from your spouse. This is a future protection tool – it’s useful if you don’t have any assets and both agree to the order. 

Our fixed fee is £1500 (+VAT) and the court application fee. Speak to our team on 01274 727373 to find out more.

Find out your options with our free 15 minute consultation. 

Download our free family law guide Clean Break Order

What Court Order Do I Need?

When you’re diving your finances, a Consent Order makes any agreement between you and your partner legally binding. If your agreement is not legally binding, a court cannot enforce it if there are any issues later – for example, if your ex stops making payments.

A consent order is a legal document that confirms your agreement. It explains how you’re going to divide up assets like:

  • pensions
  • property
  • savings
  • investments

We offer a fixed fee service ‘Consent Order’ (Both In Agreement) for £2000 (+VAT) plus the court application fee. This package is only available if both you and your partner agree on how to split your assets. 

  • solicitor consultation
  • we draft your agreement and submit it for approval to the court.
  • we manage the process

To find out your options, book our 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

If you and your spouse both agree to a divorce, you can also ask about our Joint Divorce service. It’s the same cost, saving you both money.

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