Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyers in Newcastle, Tyne & Wear

Yes! Our divorce lawyers have been helping Newcastle couples with their applications for over 50 years.  

We’ll work with you to start the divorce process (which can’t begin until you’ve been married for 12 months) by submitting your application (Form D8) to the courts. It’s important to note that this process can be done as a sole applicant or as joint applications alongside your ex. No matter what, this requires a payment of £612. 

If you are asked to respond to a divorce application, it simply means that your ex has begun the divorce process.  

Whatever side of the divorce application you are on, our lawyers are here to guide you through the process with care and expertise. 

• Newcastle city centre
• Jesmond
• Gosforth
• Heaton
• Fenham
• Wallsend
• Whitley Bay
• Durham

In the event that your case can’t be resolved amicably or our of court, our litigators will provide representation at Newcastle Upon Tyne Combined Court Centre. To find our more information, read our helpful guide on what to expect at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Combined Court Centre.

There is no set time on how long a divorce will take, but typically the process lasts between 6-8 months. However, this is completely dependent on the complexities involved.  

For example, any financial issues, child arrangements, or issues you or your ex may have with the application.  

Our divorce solicitors can work alongside you to reduce any blockers and speed up the process for you. 

Read more in our Complete Guide to Getting Divorced. 

Getting divorced is an incredibly stressful time without being asked to respond to a divorce application. We recognise it’s a lot to handle alone, but not with us by your side. 

From our very first call, we’ll be here for any questions or concerns you may have – such as how to respond to a divorce application. You simply need to accept the application and decide if you want to dispute it. We understand that the legal jargon can make this more complicated, but we’re here to guide you through it. 

It’s never easy to organise child arrangements when going through a separation – everything is already incredibly emotional, and this is just the icing on the cake. Our Newcastle children’s lawyers have years of experience in child custody (now more commonly referred to as child arrangement) so know how to handle the case with unparalleled support and knowledge.  

We’ll work with you and your ex-partner to create an arrangement that works for everyone. No matter what, we always strive to put your children first, as we recognise just how difficult this time is for them.  

To enter a civil partnership dissolution, you need to have been in your partnership for at least a year. After that, you’ll be entitled to all the benefits couples getting divorced receive.  

Any type of separation is emotionally taxing, but especially for those in a civil partnership. For some reason, less people understand what is required to dissolve a civil partnership, but that’s where we come in.  

Our lawyers understand just how difficult this time is, which is why we’ll be by your side from the start. We can help you with your separation and what comes with it, such as child arrangements or financial settlements.  

Yes, we are! You will find our Newcastle family solicitors located just off the roundabout on the Newcastle Central Motorway A167. For those travelling via public transport, Manors train station is about a seven-minute walk and the nearest bus stop is just one minutes away on John Dobson St-Carliol Street. If you are driving, paid parking is available close by at Oxford Street Car Park, just a minute away from the office.

While we can carry out most of our family law services without meeting you face to face, our office is open for appointments if you’d feel more comfortable. For more information, or to start your divorce proceedings ASAP, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our specialist team of family solicitors in Newcastle today.

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It really depends on what’s involved. 

If your case is complex then an hourly rate will be required. These are broken down for you by your Solicitor before we proceed. Pricing can also be impacted by the experience of the solicitor involved, but a ballpark figure would be around £200 – 400 per hour. 

If your case is straightforward, we can often offer a fixed fee. 

You’ll always get a clear cost breakdown before anything starts. 

We do. 

For simple, uncontested divorces, a fixed fee might be the right choice. Prices typically begin at £750 plus VAT, with a court fee on top. 

We’ll let you know straight away if that option suits your case

Yes – you won’t be left to explain things yourself. Your solicitor will handle the hearing, speak on your behalf and guide you through what to expect before you go in. 

We don’t offer legal aid, but we do have other options. Some clients ask for fixed-fee work, one-off advice, or help preparing documents. 

If you might qualify for legal aid elsewhere, we’ll explain where to go. 

You usually begin with a MIAM, which checks if mediation is possible. 

If not, we help you fill out a C100 form and prepare everything for court. The court fee is currently £232 as on September 2025. 

Most first hearings are listed within two or three months.