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UK Divorce Law

Guiding you through every stage of the divorce process, including international and high net worth cases

High client satisfaction rate

Established for 30 years

Experts in high net worth cases

Members of The Law Society

High Net Worth Divorce

Specialist service to ensure the best possible outcome where valuable assets are concerned

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No-Fault Divorce

No fault divorces aim to reduce hostility between couples

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Same-Sex Divorce

Same-sex divorce is virtually identical to traditional divorce

Amicable Divorce

Guiding you through every stage of the divorce process

Contested Divorce

Contested divorces go to court, where a judge will ultimately rule on major issues…

Divorce paperwork

Divorce can be a complicated and emotional process

Divorce Solicitors & Lawyers in London

Our knowledge of divorce law allows us to provide a first class service to all of our clients, encompassing divorces of varying levels of complication. As leading divorce lawyers, we will provide our clients with advice that is tailored to their situation through a careful and thorough process of discussion.

If you are looking to commence divorce proceedings, you must first be sure that you have grounds for divorce in England and Wales. These grounds include adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion and either two or five years of separation. If any of the above apply, a petition for a divorce can be issued. You can find out more about the divorce process in our visual infographic.

If you are unsure whether you need a divorce, then there maybe other options open which we can discuss with you to enable you to thoroughly evaluate your situation. We work across a variety of cases including:

We even assist with all the divorce paperwork, ensuring the process is as straightforward as possible.

At Goodwins Family Law Solicitors, we combine experience with a specialist knowledge of family law to ensure that all of our clients get the most comprehensive assistance possible.

We have over 30 years of experience and an excellent client satisfaction rate, offering our services to both clients in the UK but also those overseas who are eligible to divorce in England and Wales. Our team are professional yet personable, and understand the divorce process can often be a difficult time for all involved.

If you would like to arrange an initial fixed fee consultation, please feel free to get in touch with us today and we’ll be happy to help. Our offices are conveniently based in Harrow, London, with on site car parking and accessible from public transport links. Alternatively, if you are overseas we can arrange a video call with you if it is more convenient.

Learn more about the divorce process in England and Wales in our video, including the grounds for divorce.

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Divorce FAQs

Is divorce always 50/50?

Not necessarily. The court aims to make a fair distribution of assets, which doesn’t always mean a strict 50/50 split. Factors like each party’s needs, the welfare of children, the length of the marriage and the contributions of each party can influence the decision.

How long does it take to get a divorce in the UK?

The divorce process in the UK typically takes around 4-6 months if it’s uncontested. However, if there are complications or disagreements, it can take longer.

How long has Goodwins been providing UK divorce?

Goodwins has been facilitating UK divorces since 1993.

Will I have my own dedicated solicitor to deal with my case?

Yes, you will be assigned a specialist who deals with UK divorce.

Do you offer fixed fee consultations for UK divorce?

Yes, we offer fixed fee consultations where we will give advice on how to proceed with your case, highlighting all options available to you and the costs involved.

Will my enquiry be treated confidentially?

Yes, we will deal with your enquiry with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity, ensuring that everything is kept confidential.

How will I communicate with my solicitor for UK divorce enquiries?

Your solicitor can be contacted via phone or email. We also offer video calls. Alternatively, you can visit your solicitor at our office.

Where is the Goodwins office and how can I visit?

Our office is located in Middlesex and is available to visit Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm

Meet the Divorce team

Raymond Barda

Former Principal

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Helen Ioannou

Senior Solicitor

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Zuher Makri

Solicitor

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Lisa Mowle

Senior Solicitor

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Jay Faergemann

Solicitor

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Deborah Bakare

Advanced Paralegal (MCILEX)

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Watch our video to gain an insight into the inner workings of Goodwins Family Law Solicitors and how we can help you.

Divorce Process

Consistency, quality and sensitivity are the key elements of our approach to each and every case. Our expert team will deal with your situation with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity, whilst striving to reach the best possible outcome.

Get in touch with our legal team via form, email or phone

Our dedicated law secretaries will review the enquiry and then will assign it to the most appropriate Solicitor based on the requirements.

We'll arrange a fixed-fee appointment to discuss your case

This can be done over a video call, face-to-face meeting at our offices or over the telephone - whatever works best for you!

Initial consultation

During this consultation, we'll take time to get to know you and your case and make some initial recommendations on how we can work with you for the best outcome.

You decide if you'd like to proceed with us representing you

There's no pressure across this period, we'll give you space to consider all options and make the right decision for you.

Retainer agreed and the case is started

There'll be some paperwork to complete at this stage, but we'll be on hand to support you through this process.

Why choose us?

Divorce and family law specialists

A leading London based firm

Members of The Law Society

Established over 30 years

Excellent client satisfaction rate

Experts in cohabitation agreements & disputes

International cases undertaken

Highly competitive fee structure

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Client Feedback

I don’t normally write reviews, but I wanted to mention the excellent service that Helen provided. Not only did she gave good legal advice and direction, but I found her to be very professional in her manner and approach. I…

Z M, August 2021

Helen from Goodwins Family Law Solicitors was amazing. Divorces are hard and she really helped make the process as stress-free as possible. She was so friendly and patient. I really couldn’t have asked for a better solicitor.

N S, April 2022

Helen was a great help and dealt me in an empathetic but firm way, wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

A K, July 2020

I found Helen Ioannou to be professional yet caring in dealing with my matter. She provided sound advice at all stages of the process and I would highly recommend her and the Goodwins team. Thank you.

G K, July 2020

Very helpful, down to earth and professional. Always got back to me quickly and gave me all the support I needed. Hannah Saunders was absolutely amazing and I can not thank her enough for helping me with my matter.

R N, August 2022

I cannot recommend Helen enough, she is very thorough and professional, and has provided excellent legal advice and support. Additionally, the customer service provided is second to none. I would definitely recommend her services and expertise.

A J, July 2020

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