course, it is still up to the discretion of whoever is involved in such a case if they would result to this. They should always keep in mind the consequences of their action, since filling an application for divorce is not an easy step.

2. Unreasonable behavior of the spouse. Based on research, about 70% of cases regarding divorce cite adultery or unreasonable behavior of the person (respondent) as their ground. Behaviors’ such as, uncontrollable emotions like anger, alcohol or drug addiction by the respondent and being irresponsible, usually results to domestic violence, and are considered detrimental to any marriage relationship.

3. Desertion by the other spouse after 2 years. If the petitioner has evidence to prove that his/her spouse deserted the family, with no contact at all in the span of 2 years, divorce case can be filed.

4. Separation with consent after 2 years. The difference of this is both parties before a divorce case has been filed already agreed to separate themselves from each other.

5. Separation without consent after 5 years. No mutual agreement for either party. In this case, the petitioner after 5 years, decided to take a step and end their marriage legally.

Once the ground for divorce has already been examined, the divorce solicitor Leeds can assess the benefits that his/her client should enjoy. They see to it that important matters are not left untouched. There are 3 parts of divorce process that they will look into these are:

1. The legal procedure to end the marriage. In divorce proceedings, there are 2 decrees which will end the marriage. Decree Nisi should be granted first, after this, the petitioner will have to wait 6 weeks and 1 day before applying for the Final decree. Once this is granted as well, the marriage and all the legal bonds included with it ends. And both parties are free to marry again.

2. Arrangement for any children of the marriage. At the time of divorce petition, both parties already have a mutual agreement for their child/children’s custody. They are responsible for their children under 16 years old who is considered dependent or even older. They are obligated to take care of them. The Child Support Agency, are responsible for financial support obligations to be settled.

3. Ancillary relief proceedings that will decide the financial matters between the couple. Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (MCA 73), this is responsible for both parties to have a clean break. The divisions of all their matrimonial assets, is one of the main factor to be considered in a divorce settlement. The incomes, earnings, financial resources, properties, financial needs, etc.

Going through all the divorce proceedings is a very stressful and delicate matter, and it is best to let divorce solicitors handle such cases. It’s already painful to undergo divorce, and it will give much conflict if there’s no one to assist them with their legal proceedings. Couples who have children, this is an opportunity to help their son’s or daughter’s to adjust and understand the effects of divorce in their family.