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The DDSA brings the first radical changes in divorce law since 1973. It changes both the legal criteria and the procedure of divorce and dissolution, in addition to judicial separation. The first point to note is that “irretrievable breakdown” remains the only ground for divorce. The requirement to provide evidence for the reason (i.e. adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion, two years’ separation with consent, or five years’ separation without consent) for legal separation is no longer needed, however. Instead, parties to the divorce will just need to provide a simple statement confirming that the marriage has broken down irretrievably.
The other key points to be aware of are as follows:
We will explain the divorce process to you, providing practical advice about what to expect in terms of a financial settlement. Both parties must truthfully disclose their financial position so a fair settlement can be negotiated. If you believe your spouse has hidden property or assets, we will work with a forensic accountant to uncover them. We can also apply for a Freezing Order to prevent assets being disposed of during the divorce proceedings.
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