The Divorce Playbook | A Practical Guide for England & Wales

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The divorce process is confusing by default

Most people going through divorce have never done it before. The legal system assumes knowledge that most people simply don't have.

The terminology is unfamiliar. The timelines are unclear. The financial processes are opaque. And professional advice, while valuable, typically costs £200-350 per hour — often spent explaining basics rather than addressing the specifics of a case.

This creates a gap. People make decisions without fully understanding the process. They miss deadlines, overlook options, or enter negotiations unprepared.

This guide exists to close that gap.

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What solicitors typically charge

Understanding these costs helps you see the value of being prepared before your first meeting.

Hourly Rates

  • Junior solicitors/paralegals£100-200/hr
  • Mid-level solicitors£200-300/hr
  • Senior partners (regional)£250-350/hr
  • London specialists£300-500+/hr

Fixed Fees

  • Initial consultation£150-300
  • Drafting a consent order£500-1,500
  • Uncontested divorce (admin)£500-1,000+

Everything is Billable

Phone calls, emails, letters, research, drafting, meetings, court attendance — even reading your emails. Time adds up quickly.

The more you understand beforehand, the less time you spend paying someone to explain the basics.

This guide helps you arrive prepared — so your solicitor time is spent on your specific situation, not general explanations.

What this guide does

Explains the process

A clear, step-by-step overview of how divorce works in England and Wales — from application to final order. No legal jargon. No assumptions about prior knowledge.

Prepares for decisions

Divorce involves financial disclosure, asset division, and potentially child arrangements. This guide explains what each involves and what factors are typically considered.

Supports professional advice

Understanding the basics means time with solicitors can focus on the specifics of a case rather than general explanations. Better preparation leads to more productive conversations.

What's inside

A practical resource covering the key areas you need to understand, organised clearly so you can prepare with confidence.

Understanding the Process

How divorce works in England and Wales

  • The stages from start to final order
  • Key terms explained in plain English
  • What happens and when to expect it
  • The role of the court and when it's involved
  • Common paths through the process

Children & Parenting

Putting children's needs at the centre

  • How parenting arrangements are made
  • What's considered when decisions are needed
  • Communication with your children
  • Shared responsibility explained
  • When mediation may be required

Finances & Money

Getting clarity on financial matters

  • What counts as shared assets
  • How financial disclosure works
  • Income, savings, and debts
  • Maintenance considerations
  • Reaching a financial agreement

Property & Housing

Options for the family home

  • Staying, selling, or transferring
  • Mortgages and what happens to them
  • Rented property considerations
  • Short-term and long-term housing
  • Protecting your position

Pensions & Future Planning

Long-term financial security

  • Why pensions matter in divorce
  • The different ways pensions can be handled
  • Valuations and what they mean
  • State pension considerations
  • Planning for your financial future

Preparation & Records

Getting organised from the start

  • Documents you'll need to gather
  • Information to compile early
  • Keeping clear, useful records
  • What to track and why it matters
  • Avoiding common oversights

Meetings & Conversations

Communicating effectively

  • Preparing for solicitor meetings
  • Questions worth asking
  • Conversations with your ex-partner
  • Working with mediators
  • Keeping discussions productive

Timelines & Next Steps

Knowing what comes next

  • Realistic timeframes to expect
  • Key milestones in the process
  • What can speed things up or slow them down
  • Planning your priorities
  • Moving forward with clarity

Templates & Tools

Practical resources to use

  • Financial inventory worksheet
  • Document checklist
  • Questions for solicitors
  • Timeline planning tool
  • Record-keeping templates

Templates included

Practical worksheets to help with organisation and preparation.

Financial Inventory

A structured worksheet for listing assets, debts, income, and expenses — the information needed for financial disclosure.

Document Checklist

A list of documents typically required during divorce proceedings, with space to track what's been gathered.

Questions for Solicitors

Key questions to ask when choosing and instructing a solicitor, including questions about costs and approach.

Timeline Planner

A worksheet for mapping out the stages ahead and tracking progress through the process.

Who this guide is for

This guide is suitable for:

  • People considering divorce who want to understand what's involved before making decisions
  • People who have already separated and need clarity on the legal process ahead
  • Anyone who wants to be better prepared before consulting a solicitor
  • Those who prefer to understand the process themselves rather than relying solely on others to explain it
  • People in England or Wales (the law differs in Scotland and Northern Ireland)

This guide is not:

  • Legal advice — it's educational information about how the process generally works
  • A replacement for a solicitor — professional advice is often necessary, particularly for complex matters
  • Applicable outside England and Wales — family law differs across UK jurisdictions
  • A guide to "winning" — divorce is a legal process, not a competition
  • Therapy or emotional support — it's practical information only

What readers say

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"Finally, something that explains the process in plain English. I felt so much more prepared for my first meeting with a solicitor."

— Sarah, London
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"The templates alone were worth the price. Having everything organised made a stressful process much more manageable."

— James, Manchester
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"I wish I'd found this earlier. Clear, practical, and genuinely helpful. No confusing legal jargon."

— Emma, Bristol
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"Saved me hours of research and probably hundreds in solicitor fees just by understanding the basics first."

— Michael, Birmingham
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"The financial disclosure template was exactly what I needed. Everything in one place, clearly laid out."

— Rachel, Leeds
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"Finally, something that explains the process in plain English. I felt so much more prepared for my first meeting with a solicitor."

— Sarah, London
★★★★★

"The templates alone were worth the price. Having everything organised made a stressful process much more manageable."

— James, Manchester
★★★★★

"I wish I'd found this earlier. Clear, practical, and genuinely helpful. No confusing legal jargon."

— Emma, Bristol
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"Saved me hours of research and probably hundreds in solicitor fees just by understanding the basics first."

— Michael, Birmingham
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"The financial disclosure template was exactly what I needed. Everything in one place, clearly laid out."

— Rachel, Leeds

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Important information

This is not legal advice

The Divorce Playbook is an educational resource. It provides general information about how divorce works in England and Wales. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Every situation is different, and the information in this guide may not apply to specific circumstances.

Professional advice is often necessary

This guide complements professional legal advice — it does not replace it. For matters involving significant assets, complex financial arrangements, disputes, or safeguarding concerns, independent legal advice is strongly recommended.

England and Wales only

Family law differs across UK jurisdictions. This guide covers the law as it applies in England and Wales only. It is not applicable in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any other jurisdiction.

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Common Questions

What format is the guide?

The guide is delivered as a PDF file that you can read on any device — computer, tablet, or phone. You can also print it if you prefer.

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Is this legal advice?

No. This is an educational guide that explains how the divorce process works. For advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified solicitor.