When a client wishes to raise divorce proceedings, we aim to complete the action as swiftly and as painlessly as possible. To obtain a divorce in Scotland, it is necessary to establish that the marriage has broken down irretrievably, based on one of: adultery; two years’ separation; one years’ separation with the other spouse’s consent to divorce; and unreasonable behaviour.

If there are no children or financial issues involved, and the parties have lived apart for the relevant period, it may be possible to apply for a divorce under a simplified procedure.

Should a divorce action be raised against a client, we will advise that client on how it should be dealt with and take appropriate steps to protect the client’s interests.

Contact:

Edinburgh

Philip Thornton on 0131 476 7246 or at philip.thornton@russelaitken.com

Caroline Smith on 0131 476 7258 or at caroline.smith@russelaitken.com

Ruth Hinsley on 0131 221 8332 or at ruth.hinsley@russelaitken.com

Denny

Angela O'Hara on 01324 822 194 or at
aoh@radenny.co.uk

Falkirk

Margaret Lang on 01324 622 888 or at
margaretlang@russel-aitken.co.uk

Jane Steer on 01324 622 888 or at
janesteer@russel-aitken.co.uk

Douglas Peters on 01324 622 888 or at
douglaspeters@russel-aitken.co.uk

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