Matrimonial

At Cohen Cramer, we have created a fixed fee payment plan to help you manage the costs associated with divorce proceedings.

OUR FEES

1. If you are divorcing someone

The total fee is £800, providing there are no unforeseen problems.

This breaks down as follows:

WHAT WORK IS COVERED?

Our fixed fee covers all the work that is necessary to conclude a non contested divorce. You will meet with one of our Matrimonial team and your Divorce Petition will be prepared together with the Statement of Arrangements for Children (if required). Thereafter, all the steps that need to be taken to obtain Decree Absolute will be covered.

Should any of the above apply, then we will notify you as soon as possible and provide you with a revised estimate of the likely costs involved.

It is possible to ask for a Court Order that your spouse contributes to the cost of the divorce. This may cover some or all of the fees which you incur.

2. If someone is divorcing you

If you are the Respondent in a divorce (ie your spouse is divorcing you) and where you do not intend to defend the divorce, we offer a fixed fee of £300 plus £45 VAT. There should be no court fees payable unless your spouse is seeking a Costs Order against you.

Please click here if you would like advice or further information.

Are you sure you have solid grounds for divorce? Maybe you'd like to find out whether your partner has a good case? Whatever your needs, we're here to listen. Only then are we in the greatest position to give you the best advice on grounds for granting a divorce, together with the procedure involved. Alternatively, if for some reason you are unable to initiate divorce proceedings, we can advise you in relation to Judicial Separation as another means of formally ending your relationship.

If you would like advice or assistance on any of the above and would like to make an enquiry, please click here

The strain of divorce can be hard enough as it is, without finances making things worse. Upon divorce, Cohen Cramer can help to ensure that any property, money and other assets you shared are divided fairly and most importantly, lawfully. After all, you'll be more interested in getting on with your life as soon as possible.

Our dedicated team is here to give clear advice to ensure you reach the best possible solution for you that may involve:

Should you reach a point where agreements cannot be made, you may be forced into taking things further. The often complicated process of resolving financial issues between parties upon divorce is known as 'ancillary relief' whereby the Court has the power to make orders transferring assets to one spouse regardless of whose name they're in. The most common orders which a Court can make are:

With this in mind, it really pays to have knowledgeable and reliable people on your side so if you would like advice or assistance on any of the above contact us today.

At Cohen Cramer, we know that unmarried couples may need just the same attention as those who've been married for years. That's why we arrange Cohabitation Agreements, helping couples to clarify and define the division of assets in the event of a relationship breakdown.

Because living together doesn't always work out, it can also be beneficial to consider a Cohabitation Agreement even before moving in. Furthermore, it's a myth in English law that there is such a thing as a "common-law spouse" so any laws that apply to marital breakdowns are not the same for cohabiting couples. That's why it makes sense to know exactly where you stand with Cohen Cramer on your side.

There can be any number of loose ends and issues that need addressing during a separation. That's why Cohen Cramer offers Separation Agreements - an effective way of formalising the breakdown of a relationship where there may be financial issues to address.

We can include wide ranging provisions from financial arrangements to child contact.

It can be drafted to suit your particular circumstances and is a useful means by which to record, in a legal document, arrangements agreed by a couple.

Whether you choose to involve the CSA or not, we can offer advice on the implementation of the formula used by the Child Support Agency (CSA) to determine how much child maintenance should be paid. And as this issue is generally out of the hands of the Court, it's vital to be aware of the regulations and guidelines.

Here at Cohen Cramer we have experts who'll not only make you aware but also put you in an informed position to enable you to achieve the best possible outcome for any children you have.

The term, 'Quickie divorce' often appears in the papers - granted to couples who've apparently undergone a divorce which is uncontested. In truth, where there are no children or financial issues to resolve a divorce can typically take around 6 months.

However, where a divorce is contested or there are issues surrounding the children or finances, then it may take longer to resolve. At Cohen Cramer we'll guide you through the whole process to ensure your divorce is progressed as smoothly and as painlessly as possible.

Q.

Just what is Divorce?

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Divorce is the legal dissolution of your marriage. Once divorced you are no longer legally married to your husband or wife. Certain rights and obligations come to an end but others may arise such as the obligation to pay maintenance.

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Do I have grounds for Divorce?

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There is only one ground for divorce namely that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. However, you also have to prove one of five things:

As you'll see on the main Matrimony page, there is an alternative to divorce with Judicial Separation. It's the same as divorce except that you can't remarry and is designed mostly for people with religious or other views against divorce. However, divorce is often the best option because:

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I really would like to know just where I stand. What rights have I got?

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The answer to this question is different for virtually every person. The courts have a wide discretion over what they will and will not do when faced with problems arising out of the marriage breakdown. It is only after careful consideration of each case that an answer can be given. The court's objective is to enable parties of a failed marriage "wherever fairness allows" to go their separate ways.

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I want an amicable Divorce, Is an amicable Divorce possible?

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An amicable Divorce is possible but sometimes disputes involving children and property can't be resolved. If you do have to go to court we will advise you fully on the procedure and do our best to put any fears or worries you may have to rest.

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Is a Divorce Solicitor expensive and do I need a solicitor when going through a Divorce?

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The cost of not paying for advice at a traumatic time can be even more expensive both emotionally and financially. Undertaking Divorce proceedings matters can be complex and complicated which only a solicitor with the required Legal Knowledge can undertake. Hiring a solicitor to assist in Divorce proceedings can often be the most cost effective and the best way to proceed to ensure you receive what you are entitled to.