Decision support
Is This Right For Us?
Addresses: How do we know if this approach is even suitable for us?
One lawyer advising both of you jointly works well when there's no serious conflict, both people are willing to disclose finances honestly, and there's no significant power imbalance or safety concern. It's not the right fit otherwise.
Joint legal advice isn’t right for every separating couple, and it’s worth checking before you book rather than after.
Good fit: you’re both willing to be honest about finances, there’s no serious conflict of interest, and neither of you feels unsafe or coerced in the process.
Not a good fit: there’s a significant power imbalance, safety concerns, active concealment of assets, or one of you simply isn’t willing to engage constructively.
If you’re unsure, the Introductory Session itself is designed to assess suitability — you’re not committing to the full process by booking it.
Related: What If We Don’t Agree?