Why September Sees a Rise in Divorce
September generally sees an increase in Divorce enquiries after the long summer holidays. There can be many reasons for the spike in divorce enquiries after the holidays, including but not exhaustively the following:
- Some couples do not wish to make big decisions, like considering divorce, during summer holidays as they are occupied with caring for children who are off school.
- Spending lots of family time together over the summer holidays, and the associated financial and social pressures, can bring pre-existing issues between couples out into the open.
- Children returning to school can prompt some big decisions regarding the family to be made in response to the increased time spent together over the holidays.
- September can also see an increase in divorce as the summer months come to an end, and couples start looking to the winter and Christmas time and considering their family arrangements and whether these are working for them.
Divorce is a big decision and certainly not something to be taken lightly; Nantes are pleased to be able to offer comprehensive legal advice and guidance throughout the process.
Note: While official Ministry of Justice data is published on a quarterly basis rather than monthly, many family law practitioners consistently report that September sees a noticeable increase in divorce enquiries following the summer holidays.
How to Navigate Divorce Calmly
Divorce can be a stressful time with emotions and tensions running high between the couple. Having supportive and informative legal advisors can help to reduce the stresses involved and consolidate the process.
No-Fault Divorce: The 2022 Law Change
The law surrounding divorce changed back in 2022 to a no-fault regime. Parties now agree that the marriage has broken down, but there is no requirement to prove it. This shift to a no-fault procedure has facilitated and increased the focus on important matters such as finances, housing and child arrangements. See Nantes’ Article ‘What Is The New Divorce Law in 2023?’ for more information about the divorce law changes.
This change in the law has also permitted the development of new ways of offering legal advice to couples. This now means that parties are free to instruct the same solicitor to act for them both. Nantes are pleased to offer this service as the ‘Separate Together’ pathway. We can jointly advise the divorcing couple to help them resolve all issues relating to divorce, separation or child arrangements. This can be done much more amicably and in a far more cost-effective manner.
Separate Together is a good option for couples who are willing and able to work together in an open and honest manner to come to a mutually agreed outcome.
What Nantes’ Separate Together Involves
Your jointly instructed solicitor will first see each of you separately to understand the facts of your case and to screen for any issues or possible points of dispute. After this initial meeting, all meetings during the process will be conducted jointly and all information exchanged will simultaneously involve both parties. Once an agreement has been reached, your joint solicitor will draft the Court papers and lodge it with the Court on behalf of you both.
The Separate Together pathway is a particularly appealing option as it substantially reduces the costs associated with instructing solicitors. It means that you can both receive comprehensive and open legal advice but also receive the benefit of reduced costs. Nantes offers transparent, fixed fees for Separate Together.
Speak to Our Family Law Team About No-Fault Divorce
If you’re considering no-fault divorce and want clear, supportive legal advice, our team at Nantes Solicitors is here to help. We offer fixed-fee options, including our Separate Together pathway, to keep the process calm and cost-effective.
Contact us today at our offices in Dorchester, Bridport, Weymouth, or Portland to arrange a confidential consultation. Alternatively, call us on 01305 771000 to book an appointment
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