Divorce For Dummies UK Edition

There's no such thing as an easy divorce. On top of the emotional turmoil, there are also numerous other concerns - from organising finances and splitting property, to breaking the news to children, and picking the best lawyer.

Completely updated to reflect the latest changes in family law, this jargon-free guide is full of practical advice on dealing with the legal, financial, and emotional aspects of divorce. This straight-talking handbook prepares you for every aspect of the divorce process, from splitting up to going to court and beyond, and helps you to tackle the separation process with confidence.

There's no such thing as an easy divorce. On top of the emotional turmoil, there are also numerous other concerns – from organising finances and splitting property, to breaking the news to children, and picking the best lawyer. This comprehensive guide shows that, with a clear-head and straight-talking advice, divorce can be swifter and easier than expected, letting you make a clean break and move on with confidence.

Divorce For Dummies includes the most up-to-date information on:

• What to Do First When Things Start to Go Wrong
• Separation: A Healthy Breather or a Prelude to Divorce?
• Helping Your Children Get Through Your Divorce
• Pre-marital Agreements
• Same-sex and DIY divorces

About the author

Elizabeth Walsh is a legal expert and the Editor of Family Law, recently voted ‘Legal Journal of the Year’.

Thelma Fisher is a former chair of the UK College of Family Mediators and has been involved in mediation for over twenty years.