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Divorce and Separation Solicitors in Cheltenham
Divorce and separation can bring emotional and financial uncertainty. At Pembridge Solicitors, we provide clear, compassionate advice to help you move forward with confidence. Based in Cheltenham, we assist clients across Gloucestershire at every stage of the process, ensuring your rights are protected and your future is secure.
From the moment you reach out, our family law team is here to guide you with practical solutions and straightforward legal support.
How We Can Help
We advise and represent clients in Cheltenham and throughout Gloucestershire on a wide range of divorce and separation matters, including:
- Starting or responding to a divorce application
- Judicial separation and civil partnership dissolution
- Dividing finances, property, pensions, and savings
- Preparing and negotiating financial settlements
- Making arrangements for children after separation
- Applying for consent orders to formalise agreements
Separation for Unmarried Couples
Ending a long-term relationship without being legally married still raises important legal and financial issues. We support cohabiting partners in resolving shared property disputes, protecting assets, and agreeing on fair outcomes.
No-Fault Divorce
The introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales has made the process more straightforward. A couple can now apply for divorce jointly or individually without needing to assign blame. Our team can guide you through this modern approach and assist with all related arrangements, including children and finances.
Why Choose Pembridge Solicitors?
At Pembridge Solicitors, we combine legal expertise with a supportive, client-focused approach. Based in Cheltenham, our family law team understands the personal nature of divorce and separation, and we tailor our advice to suit your individual needs. We take the time to listen, explain your options clearly, and guide you through each stage of the process. With experience handling both simple and complex cases, we’re committed to achieving the best possible outcome while offering transparent pricing and flexible appointments.
Your Next Steps
Getting the right advice early on can make a significant difference. If you’re unsure how to proceed or want clarity on your rights, our team is here to help you understand your options and plan your next steps with confidence.
Speak to a Divorce Solicitor in Cheltenham
To speak to one of our family law specialists in confidence, call 0330 900 0377 or complete our online enquiry form. A member of our team will be in touch shortly.
How to Find Us
Calderwood House
Montpellier Parade
Cheltenham
GL50 1UA
If you need directions or have any questions before visiting, feel free to call us.
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce
The divorce process typically takes around 6 to 8 months from start to finish, depending on how quickly paperwork is processed and whether there are any disputes.
Under the current "no-fault" divorce law in England and Wales, you do not need to provide a specific reason. A simple statement that the marriage has irretrievably broken down is enough.
The process involves applying for a divorce, waiting for the conditional order (previously decree nisi), and then applying for the final order (previously decree absolute).
Yes, but you must show that you are living separate lives even if you remain under the same roof.
If you cannot reach an agreement, the court can make a financial order deciding how assets will be divided.
No, you must have been married for at least one year before applying for a divorce.