Divorce Solicitors in Derby

Practical, clear divorce advice in Derby

The divorce process can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions are running high. Our role as your solicitors for divorce in Derby is to break down the legal side of things into straightforward steps. From filing the initial paperwork to sorting out finances and child arrangement orders, we’re here to make the journey as smooth as possible.

We handle everything from simple divorces to more complex cases involving financial disputes, child custody, and international matters. We’ll help you understand what you’re entitled to, whether that’s property, pensions, maintenance, or making arrangements for your children that put their welfare first.

Handling your finances during divorce

A crucial part of this is what is legally referred to as full and frank financial disclosure. This means both people need to be honest and share a complete picture of all their financial information, including debts, income, and pensions. 

Without this openness, it’s hard to reach a fair agreement, and problems can come up later. It’s also essential to have a legally binding agreement or court order that clearly says how the money and property will be divided known as a clean break order. If this isn’t done, your ex-partner might be able to make future claims against you for money or support. Having everything properly agreed and written down helps protect you and gives you peace of mind.

If you want to avoid the stress and expense of going to court, we can help you use mediation or other ways to settle things peacefully. However, you can rest assured that if court action becomes necessary, our divorce solicitors in Derby will be with you every step of the way. 

Please note that Legal Aid advice is currently only available for public law and care proceedings. We can advise if this applies to your case and discuss what support options might be open to you.

What to expect when you work with our attorneys for divorce in Derby

Starting a divorce can leave you with a lot of questions. How do you begin? What happens to your finances? What about your children? Our experienced attorneys for divorce in Derby will take the time to answer all your questions and explain what happens at each stage.

Our divorce solicitors offer legal help and advice on the full range of relationship issues, including Divorce and separation, financial settlements, civil partnership dissolution, living together issues, marital agreements, Separation agreements, International divorces and domestic violence.

We’ll start by helping you understand the legal paperwork and requirements. Then, we’ll work with you on dividing assets fairly, covering everything from your home to pensions and income. We’ll also discuss child arrangements sensitively, making sure the best interests of your children come first. If your situation involves difficult issues like domestic violence, you can count on us for specialist support and to prioritise your safety throughout the process.

Why choose Nelsons as your divorce solicitors in Derby?

Choosing the right legal team to support you during such a deeply personal and often challenging time can make all the difference. At Nelsons, our divorce solicitors in Derby combine years of local knowledge with the resources of a full-service law firm to deliver clear, personalised advice tailored to you.

Our team comes highly recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, reflecting our strong track record of helping clients across Derby and the surrounding areas. 

We pride ourselves on being approachable and easy to talk to, explaining things in plain English without legal jargon. Our goal is to help you move forward confidently, whether through peaceful resolution or court support if needed. Throughout the process, your needs and well-being are our top priorities.

Find our divorce solicitors in Derby

Our Derby office is located at Sterne House on Lodge Lane, a short walk from the city centre. The office is easily accessible by car, with several parking facilities nearby. It is also well served by public transport, with multiple bus routes stopping close to the building. Whether you are based in Derby or the surrounding areas, you’ll find reaching our office straightforward. 

Our Derby family law team includes accredited mediator Gayle Rowley and collaborative lawyer and Resolution Together-trained expert Emma Davies, both with extensive experience in providing ADR services for Derby divorce cases.

ADR options available from our Derby divorce solicitors include:

• Mediation – Neutral facilitation to help you reach agreements
• Collaborative law – Structured negotiation with legal support
• Resolution Together – Innovative one-couple, one-lawyer approach

Get in touch with our team of expert divorce solicitors in Derby

Booking your first consultation with one of our expert divorce solicitors in Derby couldn’t be simpler. Whether you’d prefer to speak with us over the phone or send an email, we’ll make the process simple and comfortable. Just give us a call on 0800 024 1976 or complete our online contact form to get started.

From the moment you reach out, a dedicated member of the Nelsons team will listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and guide you through the best options for your case. We’re here to support you through this challenging time.