Divorce - England rules!
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With many people holding dual nationality or having moved countries relatively recently, the question of where to get divorced (should the matter arise), is an important one
London is known as the divorce capital of the world. It is said that women do better financially in divorces (and the subsequent financial proceedings) taking place in England than other countries.
Different countries or jurisdictions apply different rules to how financial settlements on divorce work. The country in which you begin divorce proceedings is very important to the outcome of your case and the right choice needs to be made early because often it is irreversible.
Which country will deal with finances?
Generally wherever a divorce petition is lodged is where financial proceedings will take place. Often the person who has filed a divorce petition first wins the jurisdiction 'race'. There are however, exceptions to this and it is vital for your lawyer to check the applicable facts carefully.
Where do I divorce?
Usually you can take divorce proceedings in a country if you are resident there. However, you may be able to take divorce proceedings in another country if you are a national of that country, or you have some real connection with it such as having a home there or spending significant amounts of time there.
If this applies to you, or to your spouse, you must consider carefully in which country to begin proceedings. Choosing rashly may result in what looked an easy option trapping you in an unfavourable outcome.
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