Financial planning for marriage breakdown

Clear and sensible advice on the division of financial assets

Whether your only matrimonial/civil partnership asset is the equity in your home, or you have a complex structure of business assets and investments, we can provide you with clear advice on the view the court is likely to take in relation to the division of your finances.

Weightmans family law solicitors can provide clear and sensible legal advice on the division of financial assets in the event of a marriage breakdown.

Our team has expertise in negotiating settlements involving:

Real estate in the UK and abroad
Family businesses
Partnerships
Interests in public companies, including share options
Unrealisable assets in businesses, real property and trusts
Pensions
Marriage or civil partnership breakdown

At the first meeting we will ascertain the appropriate level of our involvement in your case. You may have already reached a tentative settlement with your partner, or may simply wish to obtain our initial view before engaging in negotiations on your own. Alternatively, you may require us to represent you at court hearings in relation to the finances or to undertake an in depth analysis of yours and your partner's financial disclosure and aid you in constructing sensible and practical settlement proposals. Whatever your requirements, we are happy to tailor the level of our input to suit your particular needs.

Should your case require additional expert advice whether from Counsel, forensic accountants, surveyors, actuaries or specialists from other fields, we can provide appropriate referrals from our extensive network of tried and tested contacts. Whatever the complexity of the issues or value of the assets, we aim to use our experience to find the most cost effective solution for you.

We offer a free 30 minute consultation on matters concerning financial planning for marriage breakdown. For further information contact a member of the family law team.

"The help, support and advice I received was wonderful. It made a very difficult time easier to deal with. I am particularly grateful for everything Emma Collins did for me to achieve the best possible outcome."
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