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Splitting: the bill

The choice that determines what divorce really costs

Over 40% of marriages end in divorce. But the high cost many fear isn’t inevitable. New research from amicable shows that it’s not separation itself driving the financial, emotional and family impact - it’s how couples separate.

Too many people still choose solicitor-led approaches that drive unnecessary conflict - and cost. Divorce has been modernised, but not enough people know about it.

We surveyed 2,000 people across the UK who separated in the last decade to uncover the true price of conflict - and what happens when couples choose a better way.

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The conflict premium

  • Only 28% of couples have used a lawyer or solicitor to separate in the last 12 months, compared to 52% over the past decade
  • £8,296 average legal cost of a divorce, dissolution or separation in the last year, compared to £5,690 5-10 years ago
  • 1 in 20 people spent £20,000+ in legal fees each - 11x the cost of amicable’s negotiation service
  • 27% of couples continue living together after separating, for an average of 7.3 months, making an amicable divorce even more important
  • 42% of parents say their split negatively impacted their child’s mental health

Report contents

  1. The financial toll of separation
  2. What happens to the family home
  3. The impact on children, co-parenting and pets
  4. How splits affect careers
  5. Approaches to romance and relationships after divorce

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The report is free to download. If you'd like to speak to someone at amicable about this research, contact our press team at press@amicable.co.uk

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What makes amicable different to traditional solicitors?

  • We work with both people together — no 'sides' or battles
  • Our fees are fixed and transparent, with flexible payment options
  • We combine legal and financial know-how with emotional support, so customers can move forward confidently
  • 95% of our customers reach an agreement through our negotiation services

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FAQs

Who can use amicable’s services?

Any couple divorcing or separating in England and Wales can use our services unless there are: any domestic violence issues including psychological abuse, alcoholism, or mental health issues that may mean individuals potentially won’t be able to negotiate, one person is unprepared to negotiate and there are finances to resolve, or hidden assets or other disclosure issues.

Is amicable a law firm?

No. amicable is a legal services company – we are not a law firm. This allows us to help both you and your partner, together. Uniquely, the amicable service means both you and your partner hear the same legal viewpoint rather than getting different ideas from lawyers. We help couples who want an amicable divorce using a combination of psychology, technology, legal and financial information.

How much does an amicable divorce cost?

We offer low-cost, fixed-fee services. We are typically more than ten times cheaper than going to court and a third of the cost of using solicitors. All our costs are transparent and you only pay for what you need. We also have payment plans so that you can pay across three or six months.