Choosing the right divorce lawyer is an important part of the already stressful procedure of a divorce. To pick from one of the number of law firms dealing with divorce in the Bradford area factors such as experience, skills and personality should be taken into account.

Even before such considerations, however, you should ensure that the lawyer you choose to work with specialises in divorce. Some high street lawyers handle a variety of work but to guarantee you get someone with the right expertise, you will need a lawyer who only takes on divorce cases. Membership of divorce lawyers' association, such as Resolution, serves as a useful indicator.

Every divorce is unique and it helps if the divorce lawyer you choose to work with has experience dealing with any specific requirements you have. This suitability also extends to the skills and services that your divorce lawyer can offer. For instance, alternatives to court proceedings, such as collaborative law and mediation, are becoming increasingly popular ways of settling a divorce. If you are keen to avoid the acrimony of a court hearing and looking for a faster, more flexible approach then you may want a divorce lawyer who offers such services.

More than any other area of law, the personality of your lawyer is important in divorce proceedings. Because of the emotionally sensitive nature of the work, you will want your divorce lawyer to be someone sympathetic, who you are comfortable discussing personal matters with.

NB: None of this information should be construed as legal advice.

Bradford divorce lawyer courts

Bradford Magistrates Court
PO Box 187, Bradford, BD1 1JL

Cafcass
PO Box 92, Bradford, BD1 4WR

Bradford Combined Court Centre
Exchange Square, Drake Street, Bradford, BD1 1JA

Keighley Division Magistrates Court
Court House, Bradford Road, Bingley, BD16 1YA

HM Courts Service
Colbeck House, Bradford Road, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9NR

West Riding Magistrates Court Service
Colbeck House, Colbeck Row, Birstall, Batley, WF17 9NR

Halifax County Court
Prescott Street, Halifax, HX1 2JJ

Bennett & Stanley Associates
25 Victoria Road, Keighley, BD21 1HD

Keighley County Court
65 North Street, Keighley, BD21 3SH

Cafcass
West House, 11 Hanover Street, Batley, WF17 5DZ

Probate Registry
Coronet House, Queen Street, Leeds, LS1 2BA

Dewsbury County Court
County Court House, Eightlands Road, Dewsbury, WF13 2PE