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Divorce Day 2025: Navigating the Emotional and Financial Impact

By Mark Keenan on January 6, 2025

Divorce Day 2025: Navigating the Emotional and Financial Impact

Divorce Day. It’s a term that’s become synonymous with the first Monday of January, a day when family lawyers traditionally see a surge in enquiries. While the reasons behind this spike are complex – ranging from the emotional strain of the festive period to a desire for a fresh start in the New Year – one thing is clear: divorce is a challenging experience, both emotionally and financially.

At OLS Solicitors, we understand the difficulties you face. We’re here to provide expert legal advice and compassionate support to help you navigate this difficult transition.

The Financial Fallout of Divorce

Beyond the emotional turmoil, divorce often brings significant financial upheaval. Dividing assets, determining child maintenance, and planning for your financial future can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re highlighting a valuable resource from Legal & General: the Divorce Financial Health Check Calculator.

This free online tool helps you gain a clearer picture of your financial situation before, during, and after divorce. It prompts you to consider key factors like:

Assets and debts: Property, savings, pensions, loans, etc.
Income and expenditure: Your current earnings and spending habits.
Childcare costs: Essential for planning child maintenance arrangements.

By using the calculator, you can start to understand the potential financial implications of your divorce and make more informed decisions about your future.

How OLS Solicitors Can Help

While online tools like the Legal & General calculator are helpful starting points, they can’t replace personalised legal advice. Our experienced family law solicitors can:

Provide expert guidance: We’ll explain your legal rights and options, ensuring you understand the divorce process.
Negotiate on your behalf: We’ll work to achieve a fair financial settlement that protects your interests.
Draft essential documents: From divorce petitions to consent orders, we’ll handle the paperwork, reducing your stress.
Offer emotional support: We understand this is a difficult time, and we’re here to listen and offer compassionate guidance.

Don’t Face Divorce Alone

If you’re considering divorce or separation, remember that you don’t have to go through it alone. Take advantage of resources like the Legal & General Divorce Financial Health Check Calculator to gain a better understanding of your financial situation. And most importantly, seek expert legal advice from a trusted solicitor.

Contact OLS Solicitors today for a confidential consultation. We’re here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Author

Mark Keenan

Mark is the founder and Chief Executive of OLS Group. He began his career as a Legal Executive in family law at several law firms before launching Divorce-Online in May 2000. Since then, the firm has grown into one of the largest divorce services in the UK, specialising in cases where there is agreement. Recognising the need to broaden the scope of services to help people who cannot reach agreement or where there are complicated issues that require legal representation, Mark led the acquisition of OLS Solicitors in 2017. He invested heavily in people, technology and culture, bringing the 21st century to the family law firm and creating a first-class service that clients love. As the head of the firm, Mark is responsible for its overall strategy. In his free time, Mark enjoys spending quality time with his family, taking his dog on walks, and playing golf whenever he gets the chance.