In fact, the judge awarded her less than that in that she only got the house. If the husband had not fought this case he would have had to pay a great deal more to his wife but as things have actually turned out he has had to pay very much less and recouped his legal costs. Paying out for legal advice was a sensible thing to do in this instance - as was taking the case the whole distance to a final hearing before a judge. It is important to understand that no two cases are alike and that the considerations might have been entirely different, for example, if one of the parties was in receipt of Legal Aid. If you wish to know more about how the process works in practice please continue.
Ancillary relief is often the most contentious part of any divorce proceeding.
If there is any dispute in a divorce it is in this area that it is likely to be found and if there are any significant assets involved the advice of a solicitor is usually advisable. Calderbank letters. - protecting yourself from costs. Children - contact, residence etc. Costs of a divorce. Domicile - divorce in England while living overseas.