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How the divorce process works
The steps you'll need to go through to divorce your husband or wife
Understanding grounds for divorce
Find out the legal reasons that you can use to prove to a court that your marriage has 'irretrievably broken down'
How to file for divorce
Find out how to start the formal process of divorcing your husband or wife - including the 'divorce petition' fee
If you are sent a divorce petition
Find out what you need to do if you get a divorce petition from your husband or wife
Getting a decree nisi
Find out how to get a decree nisi - the first of two documents you'll need to divorce your husband or wife
Completing your divorce and getting a 'decree absolute'
Find out how to get the final legal confirmation that your marriage has ended
Solicitors, mediation and legal advice to end a relationship
Choosing the best type of legal advice and support if you're divorcing
Divorcing without using solicitors
When you might be able to complete a divorce without getting big legal bills
Divorce and legal aid
Getting help with legal costs if you're divorcing your husband or wife
Looking after children if you divorce or separate (parents section)
Making arrangements about access and contact with children
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Family mediation
Using a mediator can save you time, money and stress if your relationship is ending
