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FAQ's
Here are some of our most frequently asked questions regarding our services.
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Question: What does it cost?
Answer: This depends on the task we are given. We charge on an hourly basis, but are able to give you forward estimates once we have a clear idea of your situation and the action required. |
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Question: Can't I get a quickie "Haitian" divorce?
Answer: Certainly, but it will not be accepted in the U.K (unless you are Haitian) and not in many other countries. For it to be recognised in the U.K you would need to start proceedings over again. |
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Question: Why do I need a lawyer?
Answer: Because a lawyer is an experienced, expert adviser
who will represent you better than you can do for yourself.
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Question: Can you work for a success fee?
Answer: No, it is seen as unethical to do so in divorce cases.
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Question: How do I know if you can help me?
Answer: Contact us. If the problem is out of our field we will tell you. We only charge a fee once we have confirmed that we can advise you and you give us instructions to go ahead.
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Question: Do I have to get divorced in the country where I got married?
Answer: No. For further information look at our Divorce and International
Marriages pages.
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Question: What if my spouse won't agree to getting divorced?
Answer: It probably won't matter. Look at our Divorce page.
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Question: Won't having a lawyer turn it into a fight?
Answer: No, we settle far more matters than we fight. We take the approach you wish us to.
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Question: What if I can't afford a lawyer?
Answer: If you are on benefits you can obtain legal aid but we do not do legal aid work. Otherwise if you have a financial claim you may be able to pay from the settlement proceeds.
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Question: What is a prenuptial agreement?
Answer: A contract that sets out how assets will be divided if the couple divorce.
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Question: How can I get maintenance where the other party lives abroad?
Answer: By having us use the Reciprocal Enforcement treaties or taking action in the other country. |
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Question: What if I don't know where my spouse is?
Answer: We can probably solve that. Look at our Divorce page for an example. |
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Question: What if we've agreed everything?
Answer: Then you would be wise to have a lawyer document
it. Consent Orders may be desirable - see our Financial
Settlements page. |
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Question: What should I bring to a first interview?
Answer: Any relevant documents you may hold. To issue divorce proceedings a marriage certificate is required. If you do not have this we can prove the marriage by other means. |
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Question: Can I file for divorce if my husband is in another country?
Answer: Yes - the most specialized solicitor to deal with cross border related cases is Henry Brookman. |
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Question: Is Holborn your only office?
Answer: No - Henry Brookman also has an office in Shillinglee, near Haslemere. |
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Question: Can I have a consultation over the phone?
Answer: Yes - this can be arranged. Please see our page on How
to find a Divorce lawyer. |
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Contact Us Now
If you would like to discuss how we could help you with your specific situation please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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