We provide fixed-fee family packages with a professional, efficient service, allowing you to move on as swiftly and painlessly as possible.

Jersey Divorce Aid Lawyers – Fixed Fee Packages

Parslows has always been conscious of legal costs relating to divorce and associated proceedings. That’s why we were the first firm in Jersey to introduce fixed fee divorce packages.

Up to 1 April 2022 it had been possible to obtain a level of legal aid for divorce for much of the Jersey community. However, the recent changes to Legal Aid in Jersey has had a significant impact on this provision.

If you now require a divorce lawyer and your income is more than £33k per year and/or you have capital more than £50k, which includes equity in a property, you will no longer qualify for legal aid.

Regardless of your income, if you do not have children, you will also not be eligible for legal aid for a wide range of family law matters.

In response to these changes, Parslows has updated its range of fixed fee packages and introduced Jersey Divorce Aid.

One of the greatest concerns for people going through issues which effect their family is the costs that they will incur as a result of obtaining professional legal advice. Whilst, there has been a growth in the number of personal applicants submitting applications before the Family Court, people are often concerned as to whether they are disadvantaged because they do not wish to engage a lawyer due to the cost. As always, we aim to provide peace of mind in relation to costs at what can be a stressful time.


Parslows for Family Law - Jersey Divorce Aid - Fixed Fee Packages

Petitioner - What is included in your fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package?

As a Petitioner, our fixed fee divorce service covers the following:

  • initial meeting to obtain your instructions
  • drafting of your divorce petition
  • correspondence with the court and your spouse relating to the filing of your petition
  • arranging service on your spouse or the co-respondent (please note that this does not include postage or the Viscount’s fee)
  • drafting of your application to set down your divorce (to include drafting of the relevant affidavit, witnessing the swearing of your affidavit and filing of your application with the court)
  • obtaining your Decree absolute from the Court

The above is on the basis that your application for divorce is not contested by your spouse. If your Divorce Petition was defended, our fixed fee package would not be applicable but we would provide you with an estimate of costs.

Petitioner - What is not included in your fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package?

Our fixed fee divorce service does not include:

  • resolution of a divorce where the Respondent or a co-respondent decided to defend the divorce petition
  • the resolution of financial matters (ancillary relief)
  • the resolution of children matters
  • issues relating to overseas elements of the divorce (including work involved in tracing your spouse)
  • making changes to your divorce application after it has been filed with the Court
Respondent - What is included in your fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package?

As a Respondent our fixed fee divorce service covers the following:

  • initial meeting to obtain your instructions
  • advising on the divorce process
  • advising on the Petition and associated Court forms
  • correspondence with the Court and your spouse

The above is on the basis that you do not contest the Divorce Petition issued by your spouse. If you decide to defend the Divorce Petition, our fixed fee package would not be applicable but we would provide you with an estimate of costs

Respondent - What is not included in your fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package?

Our fixed fee divorce service does not include:

  • resolution of a divorce where you or a co-respondent decided to defend the divorce petition
  • the resolution of financial matters (ancillary relief)
  • the resolution of children matters
  • issues relating to overseas elements of the divorce (including work involved in tracing your spouse)
  • making changes to your divorce forms after they have been filed with the Court
Do you offer a fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package for the resolution of financial matters (ancillary relief)?

If a case is dealt with amicable by both sides, a fixed fee is more likely to be achievable. It all depends upon the complexity of the case, the family assets involved and the opportunity for compromise without resorting to the Royal Court. Please contact us to discuss this further.

Do you offer a fixed fee Jersey Divorce Aid package for the resolution of children matters?

As with financial matters if a case can be dealt amicable by both sides, a fixed fee is more likely to be achievable. It all depends upon the complexity of the case and the opportunity for compromise. Please contact us to discuss this further.

Does Jersey Divorce Aid fee include Court fees?

Our Jersey Divorce Aid fee does not include Court fees and another associated disbursement. There are no court fees when you are the respondent.

If you are considering issuing divorce or civil partnership proceedings, please contact us for more information regarding our Petitioner fixed fee package.

If you have been served with divorce or civil dissolution proceedings we offer fixed fee packages tailored to the Respondent.

Jersey Divorce Aid is not ‘family law on the cheap’. The emphasis is on a professional, efficient, cost-effective service, allowing you to move on as swiftly and painlessly as possible.  Our highly experienced family law solicitors are here to help and support you with any issue you may face. 

What our clients say

“You have been amazing and really put me at ease…”

‘Thank you so much. You have been amazing and really put me at ease.
Thank you for your time and for helping me.’

Family Law February 5, 2024

“Clear and Concise Information…”

‘Excellent client service, knowledgeable, caring staff. Effective communication, clear and concise information. I wish I had used Parslows years ago and I am sure the outcome I faced would have been very different.’

Family Law October 5, 2023

“A sense of Clarity…”

‘Natalie Jenner offers a judgement-free space where you will be listened to. I felt supported by her and she helped me to make some very difficult decisions. Every time I speak to her, I come away feeling empowered with a sense of clarity. She offered sensible advice and guided me through various processes at a very difficult time. She has excellent knowledge of family law. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.’

Family Law October 4, 2023

“My mind was immediately put at ease…”

From the moment I contacted Parslows and spoke with Barbara my mind was immediately put at ease. I had many questions throughout my legal dealings and the Parslows team always came back to me promptly and took the time to explain various legal jargon making it easy to understand. It was the best money I have ever spent and was an absolute pleasure dealing with Barbara”

Family Law August 22, 2023

“Best money I have ever spent…”

Thanks so much for everything, honestly you’ve made it so much easier for me and given me reassurance when I truly needed it. 
Best money I have ever spent.   Thanks so much for everything Barbara, it’s been lovely meeting you. 

Family Law August 8, 2023

“Professional support …”

Thank you to you and the Parslows Team so much for all the help, support and professional received by me at what has been a difficult time

Family Law June 8, 2023

“Careful consideration and time …”

Thank you for steering the dispute to family foundation, something my ex-partners legal advisor should have requested form the outset as a first step. A summons to Royal Court would have been a very bad situation for all parties.

I thank you for your careful consideration and time.

Family Law March 20, 2023

“Relief is an understatement …”

Thank you for the decree absolute from Natalie. Relief is an understatement! Thank you to both of you [Natalie and Catia] for all your work, understanding, compassion and support through the most awful of times.

Family Law July 18, 2022

“Huge thank you …”

Huge thank you to you Natalie and your colleagues involved with my separation agreement and making things so simple and fast in what has been a difficult time. I look forward to receiving my updated draft Will for my perusal and finalisation.

I will certainly recommend you to everyone and I have told my daughter to contact you re her Wills as she has now been waiting 9 months with numerous chaser e mails to another firm and still nothing to sign!

Family Law July 13, 2022