Civil Partnership Dissolution, Same Sex Divorce Solicitors in Newcastle and Sunderland

We are a multi-award winning firm as a result of our work on behalf of the LGBT+ community, offering civil partnership dissolution and same-sex divorce solicitor expertise.

We are the Law Society Excellence Awards Law Firm of the Year winner, and Jacqueline Emmerson won the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Wearside Women in Business Awards following her years of campaigning on behalf of the LGBT community.

Jacqueline is a same-sex divorce solicitor based in Sunderland and Newcastle. She has been dealing with same-sex relationships for over 30 years; she has seen huge changes in the law during that time which means that same-sex couples now enjoy all of the protection of the law that was previously denied to them. As a result of her efforts on behalf of same-sex couples, prior to the changes in the law, Jacqueline has built up a large following amongst the LGBT+ community.

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Civil Partnership Dissolution Solicitors, call our Newcastle office:  0191 284 6989

Civil Partnership Dissolution Solicitors, call our Sunderland office: 0191 567 6667

Email us: enquiries@emmersons-solicitors.co.uk

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Civil Partnership Dissolution, Same Sex No Fault Divorce Solicitors

Civil Partnership Dissolution is the name given to the process which legally ends a Civil Partnership. The court process for dissolution or divorce of a Same Sex Civil Partnership or marriage is identical to traditional divorce proceedings. There is also now a court process for Same Sex Divorce, following the introduction of same sex marriage. It enables you and your partner to arrange your financial affairs and to have them sanctioned by the court if necessary.

Since the 6th April 2022 No Fault Divorce became legal in England and Wales. Therefore, you no longer have to blame your partner if you wish to end a marriage or Civil Partnership.

However, once proceedings are issued by your spouse or Civil Partner you cannot stop the process. Therefore it is essential you obtain legal advice as soon as possible in order to protect your financial position.

The first part of the Divorce is now known as the Conditional Order; this was previously called Decree Nisi. A Conditional Order can only be issued after a divorcing couple affirms their desire to continue with the Divorce.

There is a twenty week waiting period before a Conditional Order can be issued. This is to allow you to reflect as a couple and to give you time to reach agreement about your finances and your children. If the Divorce has come as a shock to you, you need to know that you cannot contest the Divorce (unless the English or Welsh court confirms that it does not have the jurisdiction to deal with your case or your marriage or Civil Partnership is not valid.) Therefore you will need to seek help from us very quickly as matters will proceed far faster than under the old law.

Six weeks after the Conditional Order you are able to obtain a Final Order (previously known as Decree Absolute) you are then Divorced.

If you have received Divorce Proceedings or if your relationship is at an end or you are thinking about bringing your relationship to an end, then please do not hesitate to contact us for advice. We have helped many people in your situation. We understand that you may feel distressed or anxious, we pride ourselves on providing peace of mind for our clients.

If you are in a heterosexual relationship and have now determined that you are gay or lesbian we can also help you.

Why not make an appointment to see us for an initial chat so that we can let you know your options. Ask to speak to our same sex divorce / civil partnership dissolution solicitors in Sunderland or Newcastle. We can help you wherever you live in England and Wales or if you are an expat living abroad.

If you need help with your divorce or separation, then contact us for a Next Steps in Divorce Advice Session and see how we can help you.

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Same Sex Divorce / Gay Divorce Solicitors Newcastle:   0191 284 6989

Same Sex Divorce / Gay Divorce Solicitors Sunderland: 0191 567 6667

Same Sex Divorce / Gay Divorce Solicitors UK: enquiries@emmersons-solicitors.co.uk

Or complete our Online Enquiry Form and select family law

Our Newcastle office in Gosforth has wheelchair access.You can be dropped off at our front door and there is free parking on the adjoining streets. You can also park opposite our Sunderland Office on John Street.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY...

"Your company were fabulous to work with and I will recommend it. I was dealt with by Tracy Hammond and her law student last week. Tracy was incredibly helpful, supportive, empathetic and professional in the high quality of the service and advice she provided me in relation to what are very upsetting family and matrimonial issues going on in my life right now. I found Tracy's advice invaluable she is clearly very experienced, knowledgable and yet fair, reasonable and operates with the true best genuine intentions of her clients, explaining thoroughly all available options in simple to understand terms. I would highly recommend Emmersons and Tracy especially without hesitation whatsoever. First-class professional and fair, equitable service here from top to bottom.”
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“I was delighted with the service I received. Your Lawyer was fantastic, and I could not recommend her enough. I had been with an alternative solicitor for many years and had never been advised that I did not need to go to court. She advised me to try mediation, which I did, and how the matter is resolved. I would definitely recommend.”

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“Your Lawyer was so helpful and compassionate. She has been brilliant! I couldn’t fault her. She has been good to work with. Very straightforward and easy to talk to and she really understood my situation. Overall she has been great. As has Emmersons. I am very pleased with the service. Helaina was lovely, always calling me back and there have been no delays apart from those outside of her control. I would recommend this Family Lawyer and Emmersons to anyone.”
Mrs J M.

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