Divorce Lawyers For Men
Breakthrough Solicitors provides expert advice for men going through a divorce.
You don’t have to navigate this alone—start with a straightforward, free initial consultation with a family law specialist to understand your rights, responsibilities, and options.
Owner of Breakthrough Solicitors
Solicitor & Mediator
Father of Two
Why should men choose Breakthrough Solicitors for their divorce?
Divorce is tough — especially when you feel your future, finances, or role as a father is on the line.
Many men worry that the legal system will favour women, but that is no longer the case. In England and Wales, financial matters start with a presumption of equal sharing of assets, and there is no automatic entitlement to spousal maintenance for either party.
At Breakthrough Solicitors, we specialise in supporting men and fathers through every stage of divorce. Our team combines legal expertise with genuine understanding — we’re not just solicitors, we’re people who listen, explain your options clearly, and help you build a strategy that protects what matters most.
- Transparent and Trusted: Our positive client feedback on Google demonstrates our professionalism, expertise, and responsiveness throughout the divorce process.
- Experienced Team: Our family law solicitors have experience in cases involving divorce and can help provide supportive legal advice throughout the process.
- Strategic Approach: We help determine whether mediation, collaborative negotiation, or formal court proceedings is the most effective route for your circumstances, creating a plan that protects your interests, resolves matters efficiently, and supports your long-term objectives.
- Location: Our specialist family law solicitors serve our clients across England & Wales. Some clients work with us remotely, others can visit our offices in Bucks, Berks, Herts & Middlesex, and London. Wherever you are, let Breakthrough Solicitors provide you with the specialist advice that you need.
- Multiple languages: Concise, jargon free and pragmatic legal advice in English, Hindi, Gujarati and Cantonese.
- Remote or Face-to-Face Meetings: Whether you prefer face-to-face meetings or the convenience of remote support, we can tailor our service to suit your needs during this difficult and often stressful time.
- Extended working hours: Monday – Friday: 8am – 8pm · Saturday: 9am – 6pm · Sunday: 11am – 5pm
Speak to a divorce lawyer for men today!
Owner of Breakthrough Solicitors
Solicitor & Mediator
Father of Two
How Breakthrough Solicitors handle your divorce or separation matter
Many of our solicitors are husbands, wives, and parents themselves — they bring not only legal expertise, but genuine understanding and compassion to every case they handle.
We begin with a clear, structured approach by understanding your situation and discussing how you want to proceed. From your first consultation to the resolution of financial and family matters, our solicitors make sure you understand your options and what each step means for you.
Whilst some firms place more emphasis on paperwork, we take time to listen to your priorities, assess the complexities of your case, and build a strategy that reflects your goals. That may include:
- Reviewing your financial position – including assets, liabilities, pensions, business interests and income — so nothing is overlooked.
- Negotiation — representing you in discussions with your former partner or their solicitors to pursue a fair settlement and protect your position.
- Mediation – where appropriate, supporting you through mediation to resolve issues constructively and avoid unnecessary conflict or court involvement. This is our preferred option (where possible) because it gives you more control over the outcome and is usually less stressful than formal proceedings.
- Preparing and advising on court proceedings – if an agreement can’t be reached, we can represent you and help to protect your rights in more formal proceedings.
Our approach is always practical, transparent, and supportive. We explain your rights in plain English, outline likely outcomes, and help you make confident decisions about what happens next.
Whether you are seeking a straightforward settlement, protecting your role as a parent, or navigating complex financial arrangements, Breakthrough Solicitors will support you through every stage with expertise, clarity, and guidance towards the resolution you deserve.
Key divorce and separation concerns for men — and how we build a strong case
Even though the law has changed since 6 April 2022, making divorce simpler and removing the need to assign blame, disputes can still arise — particularly around financial settlements and arrangements for children.
For men, understanding your rights and preparing a clear, well-documented case is crucial to protect your interests.
While every situation is unique, several steps can help you strengthen your position and navigate potential disputes effectively:
- Documented records – Keep copies of your marriage certificate, correspondence about finances or child arrangements, evidence of income, and any agreements you may have already made. Well-maintained records form the foundation for negotiations or court applications.
- Clear facts and chronology – Maintain a timeline of events, including financial transactions, parenting arrangements, and major life decisions. This helps demonstrate consistency and supports your case if disputes arise.
- Understanding of rights and obligations – Familiarise yourself with your legal entitlements regarding property, assets, pensions, and children. Knowing your position ensures realistic expectations and can help protect you from unfair settlements.
- Prompt action – Seek advice early and respond to correspondence within deadlines. Acting quickly preserves evidence and helps prevent disputes from escalating unnecessarily.
- Professional guidance – Our divorce solicitors for men help you assess your options, explore negotiation or mediation where appropriate, and provide representation in formal court proceedings if required. We aim to help protect your finances, maintain your parental role, and secure a fair resolution.
Men’s rights and options in divorce — and how our solicitors support them
In England and Wales, the law is gender-neutral. Both men and women have identical legal rights to claim a share of matrimonial assets, pensions, and to maintain a relationship with their children.
While the law doesn’t explicitly mandate a 50/50 split, the “sharing principle” established by case law means that for most medium-to-long marriages, a 50/50 split of matrimonial assets is the starting point for the court.
If you are going through a divorce, you may be entitled to:
- Fair financial arrangements – Including division of assets, pensions, and spousal maintenance. We provide practical guidance to protect your financial position and help you receive what you are entitled to.
- Parenting and child arrangements – You have the right to maintain meaningful contact and influence decisions affecting your children. We help negotiate or formalise arrangements in their best interests while trying to safeguard your parental role.
- Alternative dispute resolution – Mediation and collaborative negotiation can resolve disputes efficiently, giving you more control over outcomes while reducing conflict, stress, and legal costs.
- Legal representation in court – If formal proceedings are necessary, we provide clear advice, guidance, and strong representation, helping you understand your rights, obligations, and the steps ahead.
Our divorce lawyers for men provide compassionate support and empathy, helping to manage the process and inevitable worry throughout.
Whether through negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or formal court proceedings, we help manage your case professionally, sensitively, and strategically.
Speak to a divorce lawyer for men today!
Owner of Breakthrough Solicitors
Solicitor & Mediator
Father of Two
How men can start their divorce case with Breakthrough Solicitors
Starting a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re concerned about protecting your finances, your role as a parent, or achieving a fair outcome. Having clear guidance from the outset helps you navigate the process confidently and safeguard your interests.
At Breakthrough Solicitors, we provide men with practical advice and support to help them understand their options, evaluate circumstances, and take informed next steps.
- Contact us – Get in touch by phone, email, or via our online enquiry form to discuss your situation with an experienced family law solicitor.
- Fixed-fee meeting – After your initial consultation, you’ll be offered to book a fixed-fee meeting with one of our expert solicitors. During this session, we discuss your case in detail, explain how the law applies to your circumstances, and recommend a strategy tailored to your needs. Please note that, before your meeting, we’ll ask you to provide relevant documents to complete mandatory KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks.
- Prepare your case – If you’d like Breakthrough Solicitors to represent you after the fixed fee meeting, the process will be as follows: you’ll need to sign the client care letter and put a retainer on the account. Once the retainer is received, Breakthrough Solicitors will begin working on your case.
- Flexible options – We offer remote or face-to-face meetings, advice in multiple languages (English, Cantonese, Hindi, and Gujarati), and extended working hours, recognising that family law matters can arise outside normal business hours.
- Take action – After agreeing on a plan, we support you throughout the process, helping you communicate effectively with your spouse or their solicitor, negotiate arrangements, or represent you if court proceedings are required. We keep you informed at every stage, helping to protect your rights and interests.
Breakthrough Solicitors is committed to helping men navigate divorce with clarity, confidence, and guidance toward the resolution you deserve.
Flexible Support That Fits Around You
✓ Remote or Face-to-Face Meetings
We offer meetings remotely via video call, or in person at our offices in Amersham, Beaconsfield, Berkhamsted, Chesham, Chorleywood, Gerrards Cross, Harrow, High Wycombe, Mayfair, Milton Keynes, Rickmansworth or The Chalfonts — whichever suits you best.
✓ Advice In Multiple Languages
Support available in English, Cantonese, Hindi, and Gujarati.
✓ Extended Working Hours
Speak to us 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends.
Speak to a divorce lawyer for men today!
Owner of Breakthrough Solicitors
Solicitor & Mediator
Father of Two
Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce For Men
What is a divorce?
A divorce is the legal process that formally brings a marriage to an end. In England and Wales, a divorce legally dissolves a marriage and allows both parties to move forward independently, including the ability to remarry.
What law governs divorce in the UK?
Divorce in England and Wales is governed primarily by the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, as amended by more recent legislation, including the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020, which came into force on 6 April 2022.
How do I apply for a divorce?
To start divorce proceedings, a divorce application must be sent to the court. From April 2022, you are now able to make a joint application with your spouse.
You will need your original marriage certificate or a certified copy. The application must be correctly completed and you would be required to make a ‘statement of irretrievable breakdown’ to confirm that the relationship has come to an end.
How long does a divorce take in England and Wales?
Under the new divorce rules in place from 6 April 2022, you have to wait at least 20 weeks from the divorce application being issued before you can apply for the Conditional Order and then a further 6 weeks before applying for the Final Order.
This means that the minimum timeframe for divorce is 26 weeks (approximately 6 months). It is more likely that most divorces will take around 7-12 months.
How much will the divorce cost?
Currently, the court fee for making a divorce application is £628. If you make a joint divorce application, you can agree to split this fee. But if you make a sole application, you will need to pay the whole fee. You can instruct us to deal with the process for you and this may be done at an hourly rate or on a fixed fee basis.
Will I lose my house?
The matrimonial home is usually the biggest asset that a couple owns. If you have children, then the welfare of the children is important and where they will live. The children can live between both you and your spouse, and houses may need to be sold to allow both of you to buy properties of your own.
There is no assumption that the mother will take on the main caring role. There are various ways of working out what to do with the family home. It is generally sold and the equity divided. Alternatively, the property could be transferred to one party, with the other receiving a larger share of other assets to compensate.
Every situation is different — if you’d like clear advice based on your circumstances, we’re here to help.
Do I have to share all my finances?
When negotiating a financial settlement, it is preferable if both parties make full financial disclosure. A financial agreement is often reached without the need to go to court, but if your case does go to a hearing, the court will aim to divide assets in a fair and equal way.
The judge will look at the needs of both you and your ex, the needs of your children and all the financial resources that you have. If one of you is in a weaker place financially or has given up career progression to care for children, then they could receive a larger share if they need it.
However, women are not favoured in a way they might once have been. There is no automatic entitlement to spousal maintenance and there is an increasing expectation from the courts that both parties work towards financial independence, rather than assuming ongoing spousal maintenance.
This is largely because women have as many opportunities for a career and employment as men do and children can be cared for between you both.
If you’re unsure about what you need to disclose or what a fair settlement could look like in your situation, Breakthrough Solicitors can help guide you through the process.
Does my ex-wife need to help with the expenses for the children?
Your ex-wife will be expected to help out with the expenses in respect of children following a divorce. The extent to which this is possible will depend on both hers and your financial situation, you are not expected to pay for everything.
Child maintenance will generally be paid to the main carer by the non-resident parent and is calculated on the basis of what the non-resident parent earns. If your children live with your ex-wife most of the time, but also stay with you for some of the time, this will be taken into account and child maintenance payments reduced accordingly.
If the children are cared for equally, depending on what you both earn, there may be no need to pay maintenance.
If you’re unsure what applies in your case, we can offer you initial guidance: just book a free consultation or give us a call now.
Do I need to share my pensions when I divorce?
Pensions must be brought into account and can be shared in divorce in the same way that other assets are, with a starting point of equal division.
Whether your pension is shared will depend on how long you have been together and whether you paid into your pension prior to living together.
Alternatively, the value of a pension can be offset against another asset, such as the family home.
We can help you understand what a fair split looks like in your situation: give us a call or book a free consultation for more details.
Can we separate the finances before divorce?
It is a good idea to agree to a financial settlement with your ex before the divorce is finalised. If you do not have any form of financial order in place then it is open to your ex-wife to come back to you in the future to claim money, even if you are divorced.
Putting a consent order or a clean break order in place will give you the assurance of knowing exactly where you stand and allow you to plan for the future and is recommended.
If you’d like help, our divorce lawyers for men can assist you in negotiating a fair settlement and draft the legal documents needed to secure it.
How does the free initial consultation work?
Breakthrough Solicitors offers a free initial consultation to discuss your family law needs.
The free initial consultation is a telephone call and is completely free.
It allows you to speak with an expert family solicitor, learn about your options, and ask any questions you may have.
What is the fixed fee meeting?
Breakthrough Solicitors can offer a fixed fee meeting of up to one-hour.
The fixed fee meeting is the second step of our process (following the free initial consultation).
It involves one of our highly experienced solicitors advising you on the law, your available options and proposing a potential legal strategy.
It costs £295 (incl VAT) and is an affordable way of getting legal advice and a first set of answers.
Please note that, before your meeting, we’ll ask you to provide relevant documents to complete mandatory KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks.
What happens after the fixed fee meeting?
The fixed fee meeting is the second stage in the process (after the free initial consultation).
If you’d like Breakthrough Solicitors to represent you after the fixed fee meeting, the process will be as follows:
- You will need to sign the client care letter to formally instruct us
- You’ll need to put a retainer on the account (usually £500 but this depends on how much work is required on the case)
- Once the retainer is received, Breakthrough Solicitors will begin working on your case
Note that each situation is different (going to court is more expensive than just negotiating) and this will be outlined in the client care letter.