Who pays the legal fees in divorce?

To issue divorce proceedings a court fee of £593 is payable. Each person getting divorce will also have their own legal costs should they instruct a solicitor.

The general rule on who pays the legal fees in a divorce is that each party will pay their own costs.

The person applying for the divorce (the applicant) will be required to pay the court fee. If the application is a joint one, applicant one will pay. Often though, agreements can be reached as to the respondent (or applicant 2) making a contribution towards this fee.

Discussions may also be had as to one party contributing towards the other party’s legal costs to see if an agreement can be reached.

If you require any further assistance in respect of divorce proceedings, or wish to book in for an initial consultation to discuss your situation, our family solicitors are based in both Wolverhampton and Cradley Heath and serve clients across the West Midlands. For all new enquiries, please call 01902 328 365 or complete our online enquiry form and a member of our team will be in contact.