Divorce & Financial Remedy
It is essential to consult legal experts to obtain the best outcome during a divorce, advises Nicola Rushton, Senior Associate at Forbes
It is a rather sad fact that one in two marriages end in divorce. Of the divorce matters that I have dealt with over the years, around 98 per cent have resulted in a division of financial assets. The law on division of matrimonial assets is often complex and confusing during an often difficult and emotionally turbulent time. Couples face problems with co-parenting, juggling work and childcare commitments, often on a single income. The law seeks to find a solution that is fair and reasonable, no two cases are the same and no two outcomes are the same.
Getting expert legal advice, sooner rather than later, gives you an advantage. Litigation is a last option and should be avoided, if possible, conflict resolution is less stressful and provides an outcome that both parties are content with. Working towards an agreement with your former partner and having a firm commitment to avoid litigation can save you both costs. A good starting point is working out what you would want to achieve, then, together we look at how we can reach that objective. At Forbes, we have contacts outside of the legal profession that can offer solutions to the numerous obstacles couples find as their relationship ends.
Every person’s problem is unique to them, for instance, family pets are often a problem, traditionally a court would not determine with whom the pet should live. More recently, the courts have been willing to assist as it has become accepted that a pet is a huge part of family life and I am pleased to say that most couples are able to agree a shared care regime for their pets so everyone, including the beloved pet is happy.
We aim to give advice that is tailored to your personal circumstances, be it a division of the pension assets, spousal and child maintenance, sale and/or division of the family home, separating the ownership of the family business and ongoing future needs.
It is important to remember that after many years of financial entanglement with your spouse, it is not easy to unravel the arrangements overnight, we can assist with immediate problems and the long-term solution to enable you to start over.
We strive to assist you to avoid litigation and to find resolution without an adversarial approach. That is not to say that there are occasions where a robust tactic is required and will be used, if necessary, though research shows that where possible, negotiations, mediation and conflict avoidance allows couples to heal and move on more quickly than lengthy and bitter battles in court.
To speak to a Family Lawyer contact Nicola Rushton, Senior Associate, on 0333 207 1130 or email: Nicola.rushton@forbessolicitors.co.uk
