Divorce can be a painful and difficult decision for a couple to make. Here at Thornton Jones Family Law Solicitors in Wakefield, west Yorkshire, we aim to help divorcing couples through the process as painlessly as possible. We have may years experience as divorce lawyers which enables us to provide an efficient and cost effective service, whilst recognising and helping you through the emotional difficulties that separation and divorce can cause.
Often when couples divorce there are financial issues to resolve. Depending upon your situation this can involve a Court application for "Ancillary Relief", to resolve the division of capital assets including the house, pensions sharing, and maintenance. We will deal with the entire process for you, ensuring that all relevant financial information is obtained from your ex and securing the best result for your future. As an alternative to Court proceedings, mediation or collaborative law may be a more appropriate way for you to resolve these issues. See recent article http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2011/feb/09/how-to-get-perfect-divorce.
There may also be issues relating to your children, where they should live, and how much time they should spend with each parent. This used to be known as Custody and Access arrangements, but is now referred to as Residence and Contact. Again we will help you through this process whether it be through the Courts or via mediation or collaborative law.
