Resolution also shines a spotlight on ways of doing divorce differently. The organisation has been a key driving force behind the no-fault divorce bill, which will enact some of the biggest changes to UK divorce law in centuries.
In honour of Good Divorce Week, we’ve put together a handy guide to the Resolution Code of Practice. This is the Code that all family lawyers and divorce solicitors agree to uphold when they sign up as Resolution members.
This includes us here at Tracey Miller Family Law, as we’re committed to helping our clients find the right solutions for their families – with as little stress and animosity as possible.
Here are the key points you need to know:
Minimising conflict and confrontation
Your family law team will achieve this through the use of effective communication techniques. They’ll encourage all parties to avoid the use of inflammatory language, and prioritise speaking in person over the written word (which can often be misinterpreted). Resolution advocates for mediation and collaboration in reaching solutions together.
Supporting families and putting children first
The decisions made in a divorce should always put the best interests of any children first. This is what Resolution members prioritise when advising clients and negotiating agreements between parties. And as well as providing legal advice, they are also there to provide (or signpost to) support and to help you manage the stress of the process.
Crucially, your divorce solicitor should help you understand the long-term consequences of your decisions. This means financially, practically and emotionally too. They should help you focus on what really matters in the long term.
Treating everyone with respect
Divorce lawyers who uphold the Resolution Code of Conduct pledge to act with honesty and integrity, which means treating all parties with respect. It also means actively listening, without judgement.
Letting you know all of your options
Your divorce solicitor is an excellent source of information and advice. They’re there to lay out all of your options – and the pros and cons of each – in clear, easy to understand language.
Resolution members use their expertise and knowledge to guide clients to the right option for their family, remembering that there is no ‘one size fits all’ solution. With their help, you’ll have the peace of mind that you’re making the right choices.
Facing divorce? Why you should choose a Resolution member
When choosing a divorce lawyer to guide you through the process, it’s always recommended to choose a Resolution member. Here at Wirral divorce solicitor Tracey Miller Family Law, we align our approach and values closely with Resolution and the Code of Practice.
What does this mean for you? It means practical, constructive solutions that are focused on the best outcomes for all the family, rather than point scoring or dragging out the process. To find out more about how we work, get in touch for a chat.