Clear, fixed-fee divorce.
Handled properly from start to finish. We prepare and manage the application, explain what’s happening at each stage, and keep things moving. Sole or joint application — the process and price are the same.
£825
+ VAT + £court fee
Sole or joint application
International element: £950 (+VAT) + court fee
Get started →What’s included
- Solicitor consultation and case review
- Divorce application prepared and submitted
- Filed rapidly after receiving your documents
- Ongoing case management and updates
- Guidance on timing and next steps
- Help to plan your next steps
- Liaison with court and your spouse’s solicitor
Most straightforward divorces take around 6–8 months from application to Final Order.
Sole or joint — which is right?
One person applies
The most common route. One spouse (the applicant) submits the application and takes responsibility for progressing the divorce.
This works well where communication is limited, one party wants to control the timeline, or the other spouse is unresponsive or based overseas.
- Communication is limited or difficult
- One party wants to control the timeline
- The other spouse is unresponsive
- International or cross-border element
Both spouses apply together
A joint application is a collaborative route where both spouses sign the divorce paperwork together as joint applicants. There is no respondent — you both move through each stage at the same time.
This works well where both parties are in agreement, communication is amicable, and you want to signal a constructive approach from the outset.
- Both parties are in agreement
- Communication is open and amicable
- You want to signal a constructive approach
- Children’s arrangements are agreed
How it works, step by step
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01
Divorce Application
We prepare and submit the application — sole or joint. Accurate, complete, and ready for court. We can file within 48 hours of receiving your documents.
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02
Application Issued
The court formally issues the application and serves it on your spouse. We let you know what happens next and what, if anything, you need to do.
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03
20-Week Reflection Period
A mandatory reflection period begins. We track key dates, keep you updated, and help you plan next steps — including finances and children’s arrangements.
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04
Conditional Order
We apply for the Conditional Order — the court’s confirmation that the legal requirements for divorce have been met. You are still legally married at this stage.
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05
Final Order
After a further 6 weeks, we apply for the Final Order. The marriage is legally ended. We’ll explain any financial or practical implications before it’s finalised.
Received divorce papers?
Try not to panic or react without considering your options. In general, the divorce process is the same regardless of who files first. Our Fixed Fee Divorce Response service covers advice on your options, all paperwork, and full liaison with the court and your spouse’s solicitor.
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8 days
You must respond within 8 days of receiving the notice of proceedings.
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£500 +VAT
Fixed fee for our Divorce Response service. One price, regardless of how long it takes.
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3 key questions
Do you agree? Will you contest? Will you pay costs? We’ll advise on each.
Nikah and divorce
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Legally registered Nikah
If your Nikah was legally registered in England & Wales, you will usually need a civil divorce to end the marriage in law — even if a religious divorce has also taken place.
Without a civil divorce, you remain legally married — which affects your financial rights, inheritance, and ability to remarry.
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Religious-only Nikah
If your Nikah was not legally registered, you may not need a civil divorce — but other legal routes can still be relevant for children, property, finances, or protecting your rights.
We can help you confirm your position and guide you through the right next step.
Common questions
Do we need to agree to get divorced?
No. Since the no-fault divorce reforms, one spouse can apply on their own. The other cannot block the divorce itself — only contest very limited grounds such as jurisdiction or validity of the marriage.
How long does a divorce usually take?
Around 6–8 months from application to Final Order in most cases — set largely by the mandatory 20-week reflection period and 6-week wait between Conditional and Final Orders.
Are finances sorted as part of the divorce?
No — the divorce ends the marriage but does not by itself resolve finances. We strongly recommend a separate financial settlement, ideally captured in a Consent Order, to make any agreement legally binding.
Should I finalise the divorce before finances are resolved?
In most cases, no. Applying for the Final Order before finances are sorted can affect pensions and other entitlements. We’ll advise on the right sequence for your situation.
What documents do I need?
Usually your original marriage certificate (or a certified copy), proof of address, and your spouse’s contact details. We’ll send a short checklist after your initial consultation.
What if I don’t know where my spouse lives?
The court has alternative service options including tracing agents, deemed service, or service by alternative means. We’ll guide you through what’s available and proportionate.
Is there an international element to consider?
If you, your spouse, or your assets are based overseas, jurisdiction matters — the country in which you divorce can affect financial outcomes significantly. Our international fixed fee covers the additional work involved.
We have children — does that affect the divorce?
The divorce itself doesn’t decide arrangements for children, but you should plan them alongside it. We’ll signpost mediation, parenting plans, or court applications where needed.
Get clarity in one hour.
A Strategy Session with SKB Law is a focused, solicitor-led meeting. You’ll leave with a clear picture of where you stand, your options, and a written action plan.