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Legal separation

Our family law team will take you through all the options of legal separation as an alternative to divorce or dissolving a partnership.
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We don’t just look after you, we look out for you.  That means we bring you insights, advice and keep you up to date on all kinds of legal matters so you can keep ahead.

We’re expert-led

We match a member of the team with the right expertise to every client, who will invest time getting to know you, who will look after your interests and ensure you have access to the whole firm when you need it.

We talk your language

The legal and financial matters might be complex, but we aim to keep things straightforward and explain everything in terms that are relevant to you.

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Exploring legal separation with clarity and care

An alternative to divorce

Legal separation allows couples to formalise living apart without divorcing or dissolving a civil partnership. For some, this offers breathing space at a time of uncertainty.

Understanding your reasons and options

People choose legal separation for many reasons, including religious beliefs, timing or uncertainty about the future. We help you explore whether this option meets your needs.

Our legal team can help

We explain the difference between a deed of separation and judicial separation, and guide you through the practical and legal implications of each. If legal separation is right for you, we take care of the documentation and court process, helping you move forward with clarity and reassurance.

View our fixed-fee family law consultation page ,we offer compassionate, expert guidance from an experienced solicitor, focused on you and your next steps.

Excellent service from a team who clearly cares about its work, its people and its clients.

Legal 500 UK, 2026

Our expertise

We can help with your legal separation on the following issues:

  • Explaining your options and alternatives to legal separation
  • Drawing up the relevant documentation
  • Submitting your application to court.

Tees is a full-service top-tier Legal 500 firm, which offers a joined-up service for all your legal requirements. We’ll support you in all areas of family law from divorce mediation to court appearances, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

Our clients range from high-net-worth individuals with complex finances to those with more straightforward needs. We also specialise in the agricultural sector, having a sound understanding of the relationship between business and personal needs.

We have a team of in-house independent financial advisers who work closely with our lawyers to deliver all the advice you need. Our IFAs are regulated and authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, which means we are accountable for all the advice we give.

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Court fees for a legal separation are £365. If you need legal advice, you will also need to pay legal fees.

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