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Create a positive future apart with amicable
Whether you're married or co-habiting, we know that this is an emotional time. Our experts will help you to navigate your separation with confidence.
Splitting your money & property
Agree how to split your finances with minimal conflict thanks to guidance and support from our legal experts.
Support for parents
Organise your childcare arrangements and strengthen your co-parenting partnership with the help of our parenting specialists.
Sharing pets after separation
Decide how to share the care of your pet and iron out the practical details with our bespoke service and legal guidance.
amicable ® co-parenting app
The amicable® co-parenting app is the only app on the market that combines human support with beautifully-designed technology. Simplify parenting after divorce and separation with this all-in-one organiser and secure messenger.
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How our separation services work
We are the UK's most trusted couples’ divorce and separation service.
We offer affordable separation services for cohabiting couples and co-parents to help you start a positive future apart.
Plus, if you’re married, but aren't yet ready to divorce, we can help you organise your lives in the interim with a separation agreement. Or you can read more about our online divorce services.
Our legal experts cover all aspects of separation, from financial arrangements to parenting apart.
Book a free consultation with a Separation Specialist alone or together. We’ll help you understand your options and choose the best path forward.
Select one of our separation services to begin your legal journey towards a positive future apart.
Most couples need help deciding how to divide their money and property. Our dedicated Negotiation Specialists guide you through the process, ensuring a fair outcome.
Our legal team formalises your separation agreement and manages the court process on your behalf.
Get started
Meet with a friendly legal specialist for free, no-obligation introductory session. Discuss your goals and learn how we can help.
FAQs
What is a separation agreement?
A financial separation agreement in England and Wales sets out how you’ll split your finances when you end your relationship and stop living together as a couple. You can have a separation agreement whether you are ending a marriage (before you divorce), a civil partnership or cohabiting relationship. The agreement sets out things like who will pay the rent or mortgage, which bills you will each pay, whether each person will pay any child or spousal maintenance and what will happen to the proceeds of a property or asset when it is sold.
How much does it cost to get a separation agreement?
It depends which route you choose. Solicitors bill per hour and you will need to hire one each. amicable offer a fixed price separation agreement service ranging from £900 to £1500 per couple, depending on your situation. For help agreeing how to split your finances, we offer a negotiation services ranging from £3450 to £5910 depending on your circumstances.
Do I need a separation agreement?
No, you don’t need a separation agreement, but it’s a good idea if you’ve been cohabiting and you and your partner have money and property to split. In England and Wales, there is no legal documentation available yet that will make your financial split legally binding, however a separation agreement is a contract agreed upon by two people and depending on its terms can be easily enforced.
If you want to split your finances before you are divorced or dissolve your civil partnership, a separation a separation agreement helps to keep things amicable in the interim.
What are the most common childcare arrangements post-separation?
Every family is different, so seeking expert support to help you plan your childcare arrangements is usually the best route. You can read our advice on childcare arrangements to get started.
Do I need legal separation documents if we’re not married?
No, but you may want to consider formalising your financial separation with a separation agreement. If you have children, creating a parenting plan is always a good idea too. For parents who can't agree child arrangements, there are legal options via the court too, but this should be your last resort.
Read more about the Children Act (1989) and no-order principle on our blog.
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