First Meeting with a Solicitor About Divorce - Emmersons

For your first meeting with a solicitor about divorce, you should bring proof of the amount of rent or mortgage that you pay.

To help us advise you in relation to a financial settlement you should obtain the following.

• Last three months of pay slips
• A list of assets in your sole name, in the joint name of you and your partner, or in your partner's sole name. E.g. House, endowments, pensions, shares, savings, car or other valuables. You should bring proof of valuations if you have the same.
• Last three months of bank statements.
• Details of partner's income.
• Details of all outgoings and any debts that you have, to include settlement figures in respect of loans.
• Your marriage certificate (or certificate of registration) if you are sure you wish to begin divorce (or dissolution) proceedings.

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Why not save time and money by letting us help you prepare fully for your Initial Advice Appointment? Contact us now for further advice.

For further information ask to speak to our family department in Sunderland or Newcastle.

Newcastle:   0191 284 6989

Sunderland: 0191 567 6667

or email us: enquiries@emmersons-solicitors.co.uk

Or complete our Online Enquiry Form and select family law

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.

Come to Your First Meeting With a Solicitor About Divorce in Newcastle or Sunderland

Our Gosforth Office 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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