This work covers how a divorcing or separating couple’s income is treated when deciding maintenance and financial orders, including earnings, benefits, pensions, savings and other income. A solicitor helps you prepare or respond to financial claims, gather financial information, and apply for or resist orders under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 and related rules. They draft or negotiate orders for spousal and partner maintenance, child maintenance considerations, and disclosure obligations, and may represent you at court hearings where a judge decides the division of income.
Where a solicitor protects your position
The solicitor protects your position by ensuring accurate disclosure of income and assets, identifying the relevant sources of funds, and navigating deadlines and court procedures to obtain a fair order. They can help secure enforceable terms, provide guidance on risks of variation, and liaise with the court to secure an interim or final financial remedy.
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