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Advice on Separation

If you live together, the legal position is very different than if you had married. The common-law marriage is a myth. Your rights are limited.

Your rights in a home you share

A couple who live together may have a jointly owned property or you could live in a home owned by just one of you. If that is the case, rights can be acquired in certain limited circumstances. We can help you understand the position based on your circumstances.

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Our commitments to you

Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.

We look after you

We understand that you’re going through a tough time, and we’re here to support you through it.

Our lawyers are available to talk to you whenever you need it.

We keep you informed

It can be stressful waiting for information.

We don’t keep you waiting. As soon as we have progress, we let you know straight away.

We help you understand

Legal matters can be complex.

We’ll explain everything to you and guide you through the process so that you know what’s happening.

Our process

Our team of experienced family solicitors are ready to help you.

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Book your free 30-minute consultation

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We’ll prepare a tailored cost estimate

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We’ll have our first meeting to discuss your case (up to 1 hour)

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We’ll analyse your case and provide written advice, with options where appropriate

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We’ll talk through the options and help you decide the best way forward

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We’ll agree an action plan and begin work on your case

Fees

  • We offer a free initial telephone or video meeting to discuss your situation and provide a bespoke estimate. Our fees vary from case to case and are tailored to your individual circumstances.

  • A divorce usually takes 6 months, although sometimes we need to delay the Final Order of divorce.

  • Separation agreement £1,260 to £2,100 (including VAT)

Testimonials

I have called upon Rebecca’s expertise a number of times over the years and have done so once again recently. There’s no one else I would recommend in relation to family matters. Her experience, practical advice and just overall confidence and expertise immediately puts you at ease in the knowledge that you’re in very good hands. With many thanks.

AnonymousMarch 2026

I can’t thank Alison enough for her help with my financial settlement. She handled everything professionally and kept me reassured throughout the whole process. Alison was friendly, supportive, and made a complicated situation feel much easier and far less stressful. She dealt with every challenge brilliantly. I’m genuinely grateful for all her work and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her

AnonymousMarch 2026

Donata showed real sensitivity to our situation (testator with chronic illness) and flexibility to visiting different locations, (hospital, home) and at short notices too. This did not go unnoticed and was appreciated.

She also listened to the client well, which swung us to favour Rucklidge’s over the alternative firm that we spoke to; seeking to understand the client’s unique situation, rather than jumping to a proposed solution as soon as possible.

Fee transparency was valued too.

AnonymousMarch 2026
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