Divorce and separation solicitors in Great Yarmouth.

Yes, in England and Wales, you can get a divorce without a solicitor. The no-fault divorce process is designed so that people can apply online themselves, and many do.

But getting a divorce online doesn't deal with the financial matters. Divorce can affect your property, savings, pensions, business interests, income, maintenance and inheritance. Until you have a court order dealing with the financial matters, it's possible that financial claims can be made in the future. Your assets need to be divided fairly, and what's fair depends on many factors that will be unique to your circumstances. It's important to understand, from the outset, what fairness might look like in your situation. A financial order should always be drafted by a solicitor.

Often not, and we will say so. We understand that not everyone can afford to pay for a solicitor at every stage, and that some people prefer not to.

For most people it means speaking to a solicitor at a few key points through the divorce and financial separation process, and making sure the financial order is properly drafted at the end. That focused advice will cost a fraction of what getting it wrong could cost you further down the line.

Between those points there is a lot you can do yourselves, and we would rather you did than pay us to. For other people the answer is the opposite, because there is too much else going on, and handing the whole thing over is a perfectly reasonable choice. The point is that it is your choice, not the default.

Every case is different, so it's difficult to give you a figure without first understanding your circumstances. We offer an initial consultation with a solicitor at a fixed fee of £200 plus VAT (£240). At that consultation we'll discuss your case, give you initial advice and talk through the likely costs. We'll continue to discuss costs as your matter progresses, and we'll always be upfront and honest so that you're able to make informed decisions and plan ahead. Our aim is always to provide high-quality, good-value legal advice.

A divorce takes a minimum of 26 weeks, because the law sets out a process that must be followed, including mandatory waiting periods. You can apply for a conditional order, the first stage, 20 weeks after the divorce application is issued by the court. Once the conditional order is granted, you then need to wait a further six weeks before you can apply for the final order.

In practice, most divorces take between eight and twelve months, because it's important to deal with the financial matters before the divorce is finalised.

Getting legal advice doesn't have to mean expensive, litigious, drawn-out court proceedings. From experience, outcomes are better for everyone where court can be avoided, and there are many ways to reach a resolution that don't involve it; all of which are helped by understanding your legal position early.

There are cases where court is the only or the best option, and the Family Court plays an important and necessary role in those situations. An experienced solicitor will be able to assess your case and advise you on the best course of action for you.

You can use one solicitor. We offer a service called Separating Together, which allows both of you to work with us jointly, with the benefit of shared legal advice and support, to reach an agreement about all the issues arising from your separation. That agreement is then recorded in the proper legal documents and approved by the court where necessary.

Separating Together is a cost-effective, flexible and dignified way to approach your divorce or separation. It isn't right for every situation, but we can talk through your circumstances together and decide whether it's the right option for you and your family.

If you're divorcing in England or Wales and there are financial matters to resolve, the general rule is yes. Both parties must provide full, frank and clear disclosure of their respective financial positions. This is a continuing obligation until matters are concluded by way of a court order; if your circumstances change before that point, you must inform your former partner and provide updated disclosure.

Financial disclosure allows a proper assessment of assets, income and earning capacity, and underpins the court's duty to consider all the circumstances of the case and make an order that's fair to both parties. It's provided on the basis that it will be treated as confidential and not shared without agreement.

If you have any concerns about providing disclosure, or if your former partner isn't being cooperative, we can guide you through the process and help resolve the situation.

Most arrangements for children are settled between parents without a court ever being involved, and that’s usually the best outcome for everyone. There is no formula and no automatic split. What matters is what works for your children, and that is rarely the same twice.

We can help you reach an agreement that works, or step in where things have stalled. Where there are safety concerns, or where agreement simply isn’t possible, we’ll advise you on going to court and represent you there. Kate Jackson holds Resolution’s Specialist Accreditation in private children law, a recognition given only to solicitors with real depth of experience in this area.

There is something genuinely reassuring in the research, too. What shapes how children come through a separation is not the structure of the family, but the quality of the relationships around them. Our children page sets out how we can help in more detail.

Yes. We have considerable experience in cases involving domestic abuse, including financial and economic abuse and coercive and controlling behaviour. We hold Resolution's Specialist Accreditation in this area, which is a recognition reserved for solicitors with genuine expertise in some of the most sensitive family work.

We'll work with you sensitively and confidentially to resolve matters, while keeping your safety as the priority throughout.

We are at Havenbridge House on North Quay, NR30 1HZ, by the bridge at the top of the town, with parking nearby.

If getting to North Quay is difficult, say so on the form, or get in touch and we will work around it.

Yes. The Great Yarmouth office covers the borough and the surrounding villages, including Gorleston, Caister-on-Sea, Bradwell, Hemsby, Ormesby, Martham and Acle.

If Norwich or Lowestoft is easier for you to reach, either can see you instead. The advice is the same wherever you sit down.