first appiontment at solicitors

Bossyboots

Five years is a relatively short time although longer than would count for "putting the parties back in the position they were in before the marriage".

If you have kept paperwork for all the financial incomings and outgoings then you should be able to strike a reasonable balance. One of the main considerations is the ability of the parties to find accommodation afterwards and as you earn a lot more then ordinarily it would be argued that her need for a lump sum is greater but after only five years of marriage this would be a diminished argument. You should be able to achieve a split that takes account of your initial deposit but this can only be decided on full disclosure of both parties' finances unless you can come to an arrangement with her between yourselves that suits you both.

susi

Hi Walks, I feel for you, I am going through this situation, 50th birthday looming, its very frightening. I am currently looking into a solicitor, but havent a clue where to start!!!!