International Divorce

If you are divorcing and either you or your spouse are from overseas, you need an expert international divorce solicitor to represent you.

Divorces with an international element can be complex and you are strongly recommended to seek legal advice early on to ensure that your rights and interests are protected and that your divorce proceedings are commenced in the most advantageous legal jurisdiction.

At Lawrence Stephens, we represent international clients from a range of countries, providing expertise in all aspects of divorce. We have expertise in high net worth cases as well as complex situations and non-traditional family structures as well as holdings including businesses and off-shore assets.

We speak a variety of languages, including German, Urdu, Gujarati, Tamil and Hindi. Our Family Law Team has an exceptional level of experience in dealing with international divorce and provides a high standard of client service and support.

As members of the collaborative law group Resolution we always work to resolve matters without the need for litigation. This can be a faster and more flexible way of dealing with divorce and the associated issues than by using the courts. Where necessary, we can work with you to try and reach an agreement through alternative dispute resolution such as mediation or collaborative law.

Services

• Advice on jurisdiction
• Application for divorce
• Arrangements for children
• Asset freezing
• Child abduction
• Dealing with business interests
• Dealing with offshore assets
• Disputes over where children will live
• Division of property
• Financial claims
• Financial settlements
• Pension sharing
• Relocating with children

International divorce

If you are considering a divorce you should speak to an international divorce lawyer as soon as you can. It may be in your best interests to start proceedings in a certain jurisdiction and by being the one to commence action you can choose the right place, for you, to do so.

You will also need to consider other related issues at the same time including how finances will be dealt with and arrangements for any children you may have.

International divorce financial settlement

Without a financial settlement, it would be open to your spouse to make a claim against you in the future. We can work to ensure you receive the best possible financial settlement, either by way of negotiation or, where this is not successful, by preparing a robust case for court.

We have a sound track record of securing substantial settlements for our clients and we will always do all we can to make sure you have the financial certainty you need for the future.

Arrangements for children in an international divorce

Arrangements for children can be difficult in divorce cases with an international element. We can support you through mediation to put arrangements in place that are in their best interests and that give your family stability.