Divorce is never easy—but with the right legal support, it doesn’t have to be traumatic. Recently, we helped a client navigate a no-fault divorce, reach a clean financial agreement, and secure shared custody of her two young children—all without going to court.

This is how we managed it from start to finish.

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1. Background

Our client, a working mother of two, had been separated from her husband for several months when she reached out to us. The marriage had broken down, but both parties wanted to avoid a bitter legal battle.

We sat down with her and carefully reviewed:
• Financial documents
• The family’s current living situation
• The children’s care arrangements
• Communication between both parties

We agreed that a no-fault divorce under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 would be the best route.

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2. Filing the Divorce Application

We drafted and filed the divorce application online as a joint submission, which significantly reduced hostility between both sides. This approach also allowed both parties to maintain control of the timeline and outcome.

The divorce was formally filed through the HMCTS digital portal and accepted within days.

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3. Reaching a Financial Agreement

Our client was worried about how to divide the family home, pensions, and savings without causing further friction. We proposed a clean break consent order that:
• Allowed her husband to retain his pension
• Gave our client the family home (with mortgage responsibility)
• Ensured fair division of joint savings

We carefully drafted and submitted the consent order to the court. It was approved without amendment.

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4. Child Arrangements

The children were a top priority for both parents. Through private mediation (which we arranged), they agreed on:
• Alternating weeks for parenting time
• Shared holidays and birthdays
• Joint responsibility for schooling decisions

We formalised the parenting plan and included it in the supporting documents.

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5. Outcome

The entire process took just over six months. No court appearances were necessary. Our client left feeling empowered and supported.

“You made what could have been a nightmare feel manageable and respectful. Thank you for helping us focus on our children, not conflict.”

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Final Thoughts:

Divorce doesn’t have to be a war. With compassion, legal precision, and the right guidance, peaceful separation is absolutely possible.

If you’re considering divorce and want to do it with dignity, speak to our family law team today