Can i divorce without a lawyer?
Yes, it looks like you can. The official UK government guide for England and Wales says you can apply for a divorce online or by post. It treats legal advice as something to get only if you want help with the process. To be eligible, you must have been married for over a year, your relationship must have permanently broken down, and your marriage must be legally recognised in the UK. Scotland and Northern Ireland have a different process.
When a lawyer helpsA lawyer may be worth hiring if you want help with the divorce process, for example when you are sorting out arrangements for children, money and property.
Sources
- Get a divorce: Check you can get a divorce - GOV.UK
- Get a divorce: Check you can get a divorce - GOV.UK
Last verified 2026-10-26.
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