Divorce Costs in the UK: Who Pays the Expenses?

Last updated: 27 February 2026
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Divorce proceedings are stressful, so it is important to understand the court process and who pays the divorce expenses.
In this article, our family law solicitors look at divorce costs in England and Wales and shed light on who is responsible for paying these expenses.
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