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After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
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Charles
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Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
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We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
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I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
Amazing experience
After placing an enquiry, I received a call 20 minutes later, and then 2 hours later, I had a solicitor assigned to me. They were absolutely incredible right from the word go - amazing and very prompt with replies, answering all my questions and keeping the process moving. We finally completed today and I am so unbelievably happy. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Lawhive again in the future if needed.
Lily
First class service
I initially made an online enquiry about a tricky conveyancing matter and received an immediate call back. They understood straight away what was needed and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. It was such a pleasure to find someone who was cheerful, professional and completely reassuring as I’d been getting quite anxious about the sale of my house. The service Lawhive has provided is absolutely first class and I cannot recommend them enough.
Charles
Empathetic, professional and efficient
I am an executor, selling my mother's home. I found the assistance I received from Lawhive first rate - empathetic, professional and efficient.
Mark
Great service from Lawhive
We used Lawhive for our conveyancing needs and our solicitor was very helpful, patient and informative. She helped us with our needs with prompt responses and provided a very efficient service.
Kelvin
Great service when you need clarity and calm
Our solicitor was warm, friendly and provided crystal clear communication. A lot of conveyancers assume customers know everything about the process already, so it was really appreciated to hear each stage included in the price given.
Em
Quick and efficient
We used Lawhive for a transfer of property and conveyancing. Our solicitor was so helpful and thorough with the whole process. He responded quickly and efficiently to any questions or requests that we had and explained some of the more complicated issues regarding the process clearly.
Geri
Fantastic service and experience with Lawhive
I had the pleasure of working with Lawhive doing a transfer of equity on a property. Our solicitor’s service was amazing, she responded quickly to any questions or concerns and kept me updated throughout the process. I can strongly recommend her for any conveyancing work that you may need. Fantastic service all round.
Jane
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Many people consider annulment as a way to end their marriage quickly, rather than waiting the standard one-year period required for divorce. However, whether you can get an annulment depends on your circumstances.
At Lawhive, our network of expert annulment solicitors is on hand to help you understand if you can get an annulment and move through the process quickly.
To discuss marriage annulment and your options, contact our legal assessment team for a free case evaluation.
An annulment (sometimes called ‘nullity') is when a court declares that a marriage was never legally valid or has become invalid due to specific legal reasons, such as the marriage hasn't been consummated or one party was already married.
When you get an annulment, it’s as if the marriage never happened.
To get an annulment, you must show that the marriage was either never legally valid or is voidable.
You can seek an annulment if your marriage wasn't legally valid to begin with. This includes cases where:
A marriage may become voidable for various reasons, including
Divorce ends a legal marriage, while annulment declares the marriage was either never legally valid or has become invalid.
You can’t get a divorce within the first year of marriage, but you can seek annulment.
You can apply for an annulment as soon as you get married, but first, you should check if you meet the legal criteria. A divorce laywer can help you establish the grounds for annulment applicable to your case.
To make your application, you fill out a nullity application form and send two copies to the Regional Divorce Unit.
The application form will ask for information about your marriage, including the date, names of the parties involved, and relevant circumstances.
After filing for annulment, the court will issue a notice and the other party has 14 days to respond, indicating agreement or disagreement with the annulment.
After the other party responds, you can apply for a conditional order, which is confirmation from the court that there is no reason why the marriage can’t be annulled.
Six weeks after receiving the conditional order, you can apply for a final order.
The court will review the application to ensure no issues prevent annulment. If approved, you’ll receive a decree of nullity or nullity of marriage order confirming the annulment.
If the marriage was never legally valid, the order will confirm that you were never legally married.
Annulment applications must be submitted within a reasonable timeframe, typically within three years after the marriage took place. Alternatively, if a gender recognition certificate is granted, you have six months from that date to apply for annulment.
Usually, you won’t have to go to a court hearing to get an annulment unless a disagreement arises during the application process.
Since an annulment is a declaration that the marriage was either not valid or now voidable, there are no grounds for either party to disagree.
However, disputes between spouses can prolong the process and might lead to a court hearing.
It costs £593 to file a nullity application form.
If you use a solicitor to help you apply for an annulment, on average you can expect to pay them anywhere between £150-£200, but in some cases, it could cost as much as £250.
If you need legal advice or help with applying for annulment, contact our legal assessment team today for a free case evaluation and fixed-fee quote for the services of our specialist lawyers.
While divorce is the more common choice for married couples to legally end their union, annulment may be preferable in specific situations given the fact it declares the marriage void and effectively treats it as if it never happened.
A civil partnership can be annulled the same way a marriage can, providing the civil partnership is either void or voidable.
Various religions recognise marriage annulment but religious annulments do not hold legal status under English law. This means you may be able to get a religious annulment but still be married in the eyes of the law.
The only way to sever legal ties or remarry is to get either a divorce or legal annulment.
Like in divorce, annulment doesn’t automatically end financial ties between spouses. However, couples can negotiate and agree on financial arrangements or seek court involvement if needed.
If you plan to make a financial claim during annulment, consulting a solicitor is wise. They can assist you in understanding available financial remedies, how to secure them, and ensure they are legally binding, protecting your interests both now and in the future.
If you are eligible for an annulment and no disputes arise, you might expect the process to take around seven months to complete.
However, timeframes may vary depending on the complexity of the case and personal circumstances.
If you’re eligible for an annulment, there’s usually no division of property or assets. Instead, everything is returned to the way it was before the marriage or civil partnership.
An annulment doesn’t change parental rights for children. Both parents keep their rights and responsibilities, including living arrangements and financial support.
Parents might need, during an annulment, to create a plan detailing child arrangements and support. A solicitor can help with this, particularly if you want to make certain arrangements legally binding and enforceable.
At Lawhive, our network of annulment solicitors is here to help you quickly and affordably seek an annulment. They can support you in establishing grounds for annulment, provide legal advice and guidance on finances, property division, and child arrangements, and help you apply for annulment if you’re eligible.
To get started, contact our legal assessment team today and tell us about your situation. We can help you create a personalised plan of action and give you a no-obligation quote for the services of the family lawyers in our network.
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