1) Reconciliation
If a couple is experiencing difficulty in their relationship but there is some hope for reconciliation, this is always the option solicitors will advise. Marriage guidance counselling may be worth investigating in order to reconcile.
2) Annulment
Gaining an annulment for a marriage is not common but does happen. Generally, gaining an annulment rests on proving that the marriage never existed and relies on psychological assessments.
3) Separation
Separation and divorce mean different things in Irish law. When a couple cannot agree the terms by which they will live separately, an application to the courts for a judicial separation order can be made by either party. A judicial separation order gives the terms of separation, makes provision for financial support of the family and if there are children the court will deal with issues in relation to custody and access to children. A judicial separation order can …show more content…
The Courts do not apportion blame on which spouse or partner caused the relationship breakdown. However, the Court will pay attention to behaviour that affects the children of a relationship, and will make a ruling on property and finances that places the children’s well-being first.
Know your courts
Most judicial separations and divorces in Ireland will go through the Circuit Court. However, if the couple separating or divorcing have a large amount of assets, it is likely that their separation/ divorce will be heard in the High Court.
We have a dedicated Family Law team at Augustus Cullen Law. Our team provides legal advice on all aspects of family law. We’re client-focused and we strive to provide cost-effective legal solutions for our clients.
Contact us at info@aclsolicitors.ie or call us on the following numbers if you’d like to talk to one of our lawyers about a family law topic:
Dublin: +353 1 613 9188
Wicklow: +353 404
If a couple is experiencing difficulty in their relationship but there is some hope for reconciliation, this is always the option solicitors will advise. Marriage guidance counselling may be worth investigating in order to reconcile.
2) Annulment
Gaining an annulment for a marriage is not common but does happen. Generally, gaining an annulment rests on proving that the marriage never existed and relies on psychological assessments.
3) Separation
Separation and divorce mean different things in Irish law. When a couple cannot agree the terms by which they will live separately, an application to the courts for a judicial separation order can be made by either party. A judicial separation order gives the terms of separation, makes provision for financial support of the family and if there are children the court will deal with issues in relation to custody and access to children. A judicial separation order can …show more content…
The Courts do not apportion blame on which spouse or partner caused the relationship breakdown. However, the Court will pay attention to behaviour that affects the children of a relationship, and will make a ruling on property and finances that places the children’s well-being first.
Know your courts
Most judicial separations and divorces in Ireland will go through the Circuit Court. However, if the couple separating or divorcing have a large amount of assets, it is likely that their separation/ divorce will be heard in the High Court.
We have a dedicated Family Law team at Augustus Cullen Law. Our team provides legal advice on all aspects of family law. We’re client-focused and we strive to provide cost-effective legal solutions for our clients.
Contact us at info@aclsolicitors.ie or call us on the following numbers if you’d like to talk to one of our lawyers about a family law topic:
Dublin: +353 1 613 9188
Wicklow: +353 404