Divorce & Family Solicitors – 174 Family Law
Our expert team of Family Lawyers are proud of not only their legal expertise but their sensitive and approachable nature which has been recognised by numerous awards and earned us the reputation of being one of the highly trusted teams in the North West.
Can’t I just use a cheap, DIY online divorce service?
Technically, yes. The paperwork itself is mostly administrative and relatively straightforward. However, divorce is a major shift in your legal status, not just an emotional one.
While saving a few quid upfront is tempting, a DIY mistake can cost you a fortune down the line. Hiring our team at 174 Family Law to untangle a botched DIY divorce after the fact would always far more expensive than getting it right the first time.
What are the actual risks of divorcing without legal advice?
The law is full of hidden traps for the unprepared. Without expert guidance, you risk:
Losing your pension: You could automatically forfeit valuable pension rights without even realising it!
New relationship complications: Entering a new relationship or remarrying can instantly derail your outstanding financial claims…
Financial vulnerability: Failing to secure a legally binding financial order means your ex could potentially make a claim on your assets years down the line.
We’ve separated but haven't officially divorced yet. Isn’t that enough?
Not in the eyes of the law. Until you are legally divorced, you are still spouses.
If you live apart but never officially end the marriage, your ex could still automatically inherit your estate if you pass away without a will—regardless of how long you’ve been separated or how happily you’ve moved on.
How do I make sure my future is actually protected?
Don’t leave your finances and future to guesswork. Get a specialist on your side to make sure everything is handled cleanly and correctly.
Call us directly: 0151 8 32 32 53
Request a callback: Fill out our online contact form, and one of our expert family law solicitors will reach out to you shortly.
Why do I need to get legal advice to Divorce?
Divorce does not only come with an emotional side. Whilst there are many online services which offer very cost effective divorces, the process itself is relatively straight forward and can be described as mostly administrative. However Divorce is a legal status.
A divorce therefore has consequences which you need to be aware of before engaging in any process to end your marriage and if you don’t get it right can be a costly process to instruct a lawyer after the event to rectify where you have gone wrong.
OK, so I'm thinking of a Divorce, what do I do next?
Book a meeting with 174 Family Law
Learn about your legal rights with one of our specialist family law solicitors in person or remote
Prepare your Divorce petition
We will ask you for all relevant information to do this on your behalf. It can be a sole Application or joint.
Documents filed at court online
The process starts by filing the petition at Court and paying the Court fee of £612.00 unless you are exempt
Court issues Divorce papers
The papers will be sent to your ex with an “acknowledgement of service” for them to complete
Your ex files acknowledgement
Learn about your legal rights with one of our specialist family law solicitors in person or remote
Prepare your Divorce petition
We will ask you for all relevant information to do this on your behalf. It can be a sole Application or joint.
Documents filed at court online
The process starts by filing the petition at Court and paying the Court fee of £612.00 unless you are exempt
Court issues Divorce papers
Your advisor will send a copy of your plan with an actionable list of recommendations. We’ll implement and manage these, keeping you updated.
