Divorce Lawyer Paisley

Following separation couples do, on occasion, reconcile.  However, the majority of couples sadly divorce which is a traumatic life event. Walker Laird’s expert divorce lawyers in Paisley provide supportive advice to ensure the process runs as smoothly as possible.

To obtain a divorce in Scotland you must establish that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. The two most common types of divorce are when:

In either of these scenarios if there are no finances to be taken into consideration or any children under 16 then a divorce can be proceeded under the simplified procedure.  This is the most straightforward and cheapest way to divorce. However, it’s still advised that you seek the expertise of a divorce lawyer to avoid any unnecessary issues arising and to ensure you know your rights.

However, if there are financial issues to be sorted out and/or children under the age of 16 then divorce would proceed under what’s known as ordinary procedure. This can be a lengthier and more complex legal process.

The other grounds upon which a court would be satisfied that the marriage has broken down irretrievably are:

Our divorce lawyers in Paisley led by our Partner David Forbes provide expert pragmatic advice to clients across Scotland. The team have considerable experience in dealing with complex separation and divorce issues.

We can offer funding on a legal aid basis and we also offer flexible payment plans. Contact us today to arrange your introductory meeting by calling our Paisley office on 0141 887 5271 or our Renfrew office on 0141 886 5678. Alternatively, please use the link below to book an introductory appointment either in the office or by telephone.