Our Melton Mowbray Office

FAQ's

• Which family court covers Melton Mowbray?

  Family law matters in Melton Mowbray are heard at Leicester County Court and Family Court Hearing Centre (90 Wellington Street, Leicester, LE1 6HG). This is the main court for Leicestershire family proceedings and is around 18 miles from Melton Mowbray. We attend Leicester Family Court regularly on behalf of clients across Leicestershire and the Vale of Belvoir.

• Who is the Family Law solicitor at Andrew Isaacs Law's Melton Mowbray office?

  Our Melton Mowbray office is led by Nicola Magrath, Associate Family Law Solicitor, who has been delivering Family Law services across Melton Mowbray and the surrounding areas for over three years. Nicola is recognised as one of Leicestershire’s Best Solicitors 2025 and is a National Awards finalist. She specialises in divorce, family law, TOLATA and cohabitation matters.

• Where is the Andrew Isaacs Law Melton Mowbray office?

  Our Melton Mowbray office is located within Pera Business Park, providing convenient access for clients across Melton Mowbray, the Vale of Belvoir, Oakham, Bottesford, Asfordby and surrounding Leicestershire and Rutland villages. We offer in-person, phone and video consultations to suit your preference.

• How much does a divorce cost in Melton Mowbray?

  It is important to us that you have a clear understanding of costs to assist in helping remove some of the financial stresses divorce can bring offering you piece of mind.  We are pleased to offer our client’s a fixed fee divorce which is transparent from the outset ensuring that you will know exactly how much you will pay before the process begins without limiting any legal advice to you.

  We offer fixed-fee divorces for both the Applicant and Respondent which have been considered in line with essential legal advice.

  – Applicant – Not Disputed – £650.00 plus VAT, plus the court fee

  – Respondent – Not Disputed – £350.00 plus VAT

  Please note that unforeseen events or contested issues may involve extra work outside of the fixed fee agreement and which will be charged as per our hourly rate.

• How long does a divorce take in Melton Mowbray?

  Under the no-fault divorce process, an uncontested divorce takes a minimum of 26 weeks (6 months) from application to final order. This consists of a 20-week reflection period followed by 6 weeks before the final order. In general it takes on average 8 months.  Financial settlements and children arrangements can run alongside and may extend the overall timeline.

• What is no-fault divorce?

  Since April 2022, England and Wales has had a no-fault divorce system. Couples no longer need to prove adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion or a period of separation. Either spouse — or both jointly — simply states that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. The law applies in Melton Mowbray and across Leicestershire as it does elsewhere in England and Wales.

• Do you handle cohabitation agreements and TOLATA claims in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. Nicola Magrath is our specialist TOLATA and cohabitation solicitor. We advise unmarried couples in Melton Mowbray on cohabitation agreements (before or during living together) and on property and financial disputes when relationships break down. TOLATA claims are made under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 and are particularly important because unmarried couples have very different legal rights to married couples.

• Can you help with children matters in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. We help parents in Melton Mowbray and the surrounding area with Child Arrangements Orders (where children live and time spent with each parent), Specific Issue Orders (one-off decisions like schooling), and Prohibited Steps Orders (preventing certain actions). Mediation (a MIAM) is normally required before any court application. We attend Leicester Family Court on behalf of clients across Leicestershire.

• What is a financial order and why do I need one?

  A financial order is a court order that sets out how a divorcing couple’s assets, pensions, property, savings and debts will be divided. It is legally binding and prevents future claims. Without a financial order, your former spouse can make a financial claim against you years later — even after the divorce is finalised. We strongly recommend every divorcing couple in Melton Mowbray obtains a financial order.

• Do you offer pre-nuptial agreements in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. Pre-nuptial agreements (signed before marriage) and post-nuptial agreements (signed during marriage) are not strictly binding in England and Wales but courts give them significant weight where they are properly drafted, both parties have had legal advice, and full financial disclosure has been made. We advise Melton Mowbray clients planning to marry, particularly those with business interests, inheritances or children from previous relationships.

• Can you help with domestic abuse protection in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. We provide urgent legal protection through non-molestation orders and occupation orders. Emergency applications can be made without notice where there is immediate risk. Leicestershire has local support services including Living Without Abuse (LWA) which provides refuge, outreach and helpline support across the county.

• Do you handle wills, probate and Court of Protection work in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. We write wills for Melton Mowbray clients, handle Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), probate, and Court of Protection applications including Deputyships for adults lacking mental capacity. Home visits are available across Melton Mowbray, the Vale of Belvoir and the surrounding villages where required.

• Can my divorce or family case be handled remotely if I'm in Melton Mowbray?

  Yes. Many family matters are now handled almost entirely remotely. Initial consultations, document review and most negotiation take place by phone, video call and email. Where court hearings are required, they may be held in person at Leicester Family Court or remotely by video link, depending on the type of hearing. We will represent you at all hearings and prepare you in advance.