Divorce and separation
Navigating divorce as a family
Clear, reassuring guidance for families navigating divorce or separation, including co-parenting and managing sensitive conversations when children are involved. Understand your rights, protect what matters, and make confident decisions with expert support from Slater & Gordon.
The thought of separating from your partner can be daunting, especially when you have children and a home together. However, there is help to support you through this time.
At Slater and Gordon, our many family law specialists bring with them decades of experience and take a collaborative approach to dealing with your concerns, meaning you have access to a team of experts.
Divorce and children
The emotional wellbeing and security of children are among the biggest concerns to couples when they decide to part. When one home becomes two, lives completely change for all involved, and we know providing some stability during the separation is important. Some thoughts you have might could include:
- What are child arrangements after a divorce?
- How to parent calmly through separation and divorce
- How do you decide child living arrangements after a divorce?
- What if we can’t agree on child living arrangements?
All understandable and valid worries, but we're here to help. We have years of experience working with families through this transition, and can provide you and your family with the support you need.
Learn more about divorce and child arrangements > Child arrangement solicitors
Financial implications and cost
Practical concerns such as money come to the forefront when thinking about separation. Financial security – housing costs, child support and shared expenses, being able to maintain the children’s lifestyle, are all aspects of the financial side of divorce that many people find themselves wondering about.
At Slater and Gordon, we offer a clear pricing structure, where you will pay based on the service you require.
You can find information on our fees > Family law solicitors
Keeping things positive
There are many reasons why couples divorce. Sometimes it’s amicable, and in others, marriages may have broken down due to the behaviour of one person, and the situation can be trickier. What does help is trying to keep any interaction and communication positive and respectful where possible to avoid ongoing conflict, especially where children are concerned.
We do know that divorce is challenging. It brings a lot of stress and upheaval, but we can help you with construction conversation and thoughtful decision making, which can make the process far healthier for all involved.
We also provide family mediation services, which involves working with a neutral, trained family mediator who can help you work through issues together, finding a resolution for all.
For further information on our mediation services > Family mediation lawyers
Supporting families through divorce and separation
What happens when one home becomes two? Slater and Gordon are here to support you and your family through divorce and help find a way forward.
Why choose Slater and Gordon?
We’re one of the UK’s leading family law firms, combining legal knowledge with human understanding. Whatever your situation, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
- Specialist expertise in divorce, finances and child arrangements
- Clear, affordable advice: £150 for a 45-minute consultation
- Tailored support for your unique circumstances
- Local access across the UK, with phone or video options
Why choose Slater and Gordon?
Expertise
We are an award-winning law firm and have a dedicated team of family solicitors to advise and guide you – no matter how complex your situation may be.
Affordability and advice
We offer affordable, expert legal advice on divorce and child arrangements. Book a consultation for clear guidance and next steps. Our assessment helps you understand your situation and make informed decisions. Consultation charged at £150 for 45 minutes.
Tailored advice
We understand that family situations differ – so we are able to provide tailored advice and guidance to suit your individual needs.
Local access
We are a national law firm, with legal experts available locally across the UK. Meetings can be arranged via telephone or video call, to suit your requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Where will my children live if my spouse and I divorce?
Obviously, there's a lot to be considered, especially if a child is over the age of 9 or 10, as their wishes should also be considered. Deciding where children live is a time to set your own differences aside and look at things from your child's viewpoint.
Our family law experts and child arrangement order solicitors recommend that divorcing couples consider where the child/children will mainly live, ensuring both parents get enough time. Factors such as proximity to school and friends should also play a part in your discussions, but the biggest thing for you both to think about is: 'What will make our children happy?’
Is divorce expensive?
At Slater and Gordon, we offer an initial 45 minute consultation at a fixed fee of £150 inclusive of VAT, payable in advance. This is an opportunity for you to speak in confidence with a family law specialist. We also offer a fixed fee divorce of £450 excluding VAT, plus court fee. If you choose to proceed with us as your legal representatives, you’ll be allocated a dedicated family law solicitor who will provide you with detailed cost estimates from the outset.
How do we co-parent calmly through separation and divorce?
High conflict situations can cause difficulty in co-parenting, leaving each party feeling unheard and frustrated. To co-parent effectively, you both need to reach a place where you can communicate calmly to be heard, but also hear the other when it comes to the child or children you share.
Within the patience this takes, you may find that a lot of your desires for your child overlap; the desire for your child to be raised in safe and loving environments, even if it isn't one you can make together. Effective communication involves communication and collaboration. Working towards common goals for your child and being flexible as these change with your child's age or your co-parents situation evolves. Having predicable routines across two homes can support your child in adjusting to their new normal.