Divorce and Civil Partnership Dissolution: The Process

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Divorce and Civil Partnership Dissolution: The Process

Obtaining a divorce or civil partnership dissolution might seem like a daunting process, but it need not be so complicated with the right legal team in your corner. At JMW, we are here to provide the guidance you need to make sure the process is as simple and straightforward as possible.

We have therefore created the below interactive infographic to show the various stages in a divorce or civil partnership dissolution. Click on the relevant icons on each step for more essential information before proceeding to the next phase.

It is important to remember, however, that divorce, dissolution and separation can be very complicated, so you should always seek expert legal advice when going through such a process. To speak to a member of our highly experienced team at JMW, call us today on 0345 872 6666 or complete our online enquiry form and we will get back to you. Click here for more information about our services.

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Divorce and Civil Partnership Dissolution

The Process

If you have reached the decision that your marriage or civil partnership is over and you want to get divorced/dissolve your civil partnership...

...what are the next steps?

  • Decision to divorce

    1
  • The contents of the petition

    2
  • Completing the petition

    3
  • Court review

    4
  • Service of the petition

    5
  • Acknowledgment

    6
  • Application for decree nisi or conditional order

    7
  • Setting a date for decree nisi or conditional order

    8
  • Decree nisi or conditional order

    9
  • Applying for the decree absolute or final order

    10

Decree absolute or final order

11

Divorce can be very complicated and no two divorces are the same, so it is important legal advice is always sought when going through this process

Talk to Us

To speak to a solicitor about any matters relating to internal relocation, get in touch with JMW by calling 0345 872 6666. Alternatively, fill in our online enquiry form and we will get back to you. 

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