Expat Divorce Solicitors
Can I divorce in England even if I no longer live here or if I have just returned?
Yes answer might be ‘yes’ or ‘no’ depending on your case. More information about divorce jurisdiction can be found here.
In an international divorce case you need to consider:
- Seeking specialist international family law advice in each country
- To then choose the country which best suits your case in terms of financial outcome
More information can be found about international divorce and financial settlements here and about the enforcement of international family settlements here.
I was married abroad, does this make a difference to my expat divorce?
The same principles apply and you would need to consider whether the overseas marriage is a valid one, in terms of it be recognised by the family law courts in England & Wales.
What is the divorce process in England & Wales?
From 6 April 2022, we now have a ‘no fault’ divorce system. This makes the divorce process more straightforward and dignified. More information can be found here.
What financial settlement am I entitled to through the divorce courts?
It is important to compare and contrast financial outcomes in each relevant country so you can make an informed decision on how and where to proceed with your divorce. More information about the English divorce law and financial settlements can be found here. We also have a flow chart setting out the divorce and financial settlement process.
How can we help you?
If any of these issues affect you, please give us a call. We can advise you in relation to the divorce laws of England & Wales and can provide specialist international and expat family law advice within this jurisdiction. James Maguire is a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. We also work with independent international family lawyers around the world.