The family team at HCR Law says it has experienced an 88% rise in the number of divorcing or separating clients choosing its one-lawyer service in 2024 compared to 2023.
HCR partner Laura Williams said: ‘The traditional route of each spouse instructing their own lawyer can automatically entice hostility.
‘The one-lawyer approach ensures both parties receive clear advice, guidance and support while avoiding the drawn-out battles that often arise when each spouse uses their own solicitor and there is back and forth correspondence dealing with matters which could otherwise be dealt with swiftly.’
While not suitable for all couples, the increase in take-up indicates a growing preference for a less adversarial approach and aligns with the introduction of no-fault divorce in 2022.
