FAQ: I'd like to keep divorce costs down. Where do I need you most?
Posted on: 17/03/2026
Category: FAQs
We offer a discounted one-hour initial consultation where you can discuss your situation and receive tailored advice. During this meeting, we can help you:
- Explore the different routes available to resolve financial matters
- Review your assets and income to understand where a settlement might end up
- Determine whether negotiation or mediation is right for you
Mediation is particularly effective in cases where both parties are reasonably amicable and willing to cooperate. It provides a constructive environment for reaching agreement.
If you choose to handle negotiations yourself or through mediation, you can return to us once everything is agreed. We can then draft your court order, financial statement form, and any pension documentation and submit these to court on your behalf. Depending on your circumstances, you may receive limited advice on specific areas only, reducing overall costs.
By managing the negotiation stage independently, you can significantly reduce costs - but this approach often only works when both parties are cooperating and acting fairly with each other.
Justine Lowe
If you have any questions or queries, please contact Justine Lowe on +44 1905 723561 or by email at justine.lowe@smesolicitors.co.uk.