My partner has started the divorce proceedings. Is there anything I need to do ?

If your partner starts the divorce you will be sent copies of the divorce papers by the court. This will include an "Acknowledgment of Service Form".

You must fill in this form to say whether or not you agree to the divorce, you must then send this form back to the court.

If you do not want a divorce you may need the help of a solicitor to defend the divorce. You should put on the Acknowledgment of Service form that you object to a divorce. You are then required to file an "Answer" explaining why you object.

My partner owns the property in which we live/or only their name is on the rent book. Will I have to leave if we separate ?

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