Divorcing a parent who chooses to focus on full-time childcare and household management rather than pursuing outside employment (Divorcing as a Stay-at-Home Mum)
Divorce is never easy, but for stay-at-home mums, the process often comes with unique challenges. Alongside the emotional strain, there can be immense financial pressures — particularly when children are involved.
At Capital One Solicitors, we understand the specific concerns stay-at-home mums face during divorce. Our role is to protect your rights, safeguard your financial future, and ensure the needs of your children are fully considered.
What Are My Rights?
It is common to feel anxious and uncertain about your financial and housing position, but the courts in England and Wales have wide-ranging powers to ensure your needs are met.
- Home Rights – Until a permanent order is made, you are likely to have ‘home rights’, meaning you can remain in or return to the family home.
- Financial Support – The family court can order your husband/partner to pay spousal maintenance in addition to child maintenance assessed by the Child Maintenance Service.
- Family Home – Divorcing couples can choose what to do with the family home, whether through sale, transfer, or another arrangement.
Every situation is unique, which is why it’s important to speak to a solicitor to understand your full legal position.
Your Finances in a Divorce
Our forensic approach ensures you receive a fair outcome and safeguard what is rightfully yours. As part of our service, our divorce solicitors work closely with an in-house team of financial experts in tax, property, valuations, accounts, and pensions.
This means you will have a clear picture of your family’s finances from the outset, and we can negotiate from a position of strength. We are highly experienced in resolving disputes and dividing:
- Savings and investments
- Property and assets
- Pensions
- The family home
Where dependent children are involved, the Court will prioritise their needs when deciding how to divide assets.
How We Can Help
Stay-at-home mums are often in a vulnerable financial position during divorce. Without proper legal advice, you may risk being taken advantage of. Our experienced solicitors are here to ensure you:
- Understand your rights clearly
- Receive the financial settlement you are entitled to
- Protect your home and your children’s future
- Navigate the process with confidence and reassurance
💬 Speak to a Specialist Solicitor Today
If you are a stay-at-home mum facing divorce, you don’t have to go through it alone. Call us on 07958623124 / 01753382782 or use our Contact Form to arrange a confidential consultation with one of our divorce specialists.
