Tracey Miller Blog

New figures have revealed that for the first time, the average time it takes to get divorced has gone up to a year or more. The increase has been blamed on the Government’s Ministry of Justice (MoJ), which is believed to be facing a backlog following reforms to divorce processes made in 2015.

You’ll come across many legal terms and plenty of jargon too when you’re getting divorced. Your divorce solicitor should be able to explain everything you need to know, but it can also be helpful to do some of your own research. This helps you to prepare for what lies ahead, making sure you have all your paperwork together so as to avoid unnecessary delays.

It would be unrealistic to expect divorce to be easy. It is the process of unravelling two shared lives, and a serious relationship which meant a great deal to both of you. It would never be a walk in the park to legally separate without some hurt, sadness and perhaps a touch of bitterness too.

The founder of online shopping giant Amazon and the world’s richest man, Jeff Bezos, has finalised what is believed to be the world’s most expensive divorce. The settlement between Bezos and his wife of over 25 years, MacKenzie Bezos, is understood to be an enormous £27 billion.

Some couples will do almost anything to avoid talking about money. Of course, it can be awkward to discuss finances, but when it comes to marriage, it’s absolutely crucial to have a conversation before the big day.