Divorce and Separation FAQs

The only ground for divorce in England and Wales is the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. To prove this ground, the Petitioner must rely on one of five facts.

The fact most commonly relied on is the Respondent’s unreasonable behaviour.

In order to prove this fact, the Petitioner must show to the Court that the Respondent’s intolerable behaviour is such that the Petitioner should no longer be expected to live with them. As a general rule, the Petitioner is advised to give a list of 5 or 6 examples of the Respondent’s behaviour.

Examples of such behaviour can take many forms. They can range from more serious acts to an accumulation of intolerable behaviours. Common examples include a lack of emotional or financial support, poor communication and the Respondent becoming distant from family life.

George Green’s Family Solicitors offer fixed fees in relation to undefended divorce proceedings and can offer further advice in relation to commencing proceedings and drafting a divorce petition.

If you require any assistance then please contact our Family department at our Wolverhampton office on 01902 424927 or our Cradley Heath office on 01384 410 410 or email Mark Vandaele at mvandaele@georgegreen.co.uk.