New UK Service Gives Divorcing Couples a Clear, Personalised Roadmap in 90 Seconds

VARBERG, Sweden - March 31, 2026 - PRLog -- April has long been recognised by family lawyers as one of the busiest months for separation enquiries, with couples who held marriages together over Christmas and Easter finally deciding to part ways. This year, that seasonal pattern collides with a family justice system under extreme strain. Ministry of Justice data published in March 2026 shows the outstanding caseload in family courts across England and Wales has climbed for the ninth consecutive quarter, with average waiting times for financial remedy hearings now exceeding 40 weeks in many regions.

The pressure is not confined to England and Wales. In Scotland, the Scottish Legal Aid Board's most recent annual report confirmed a continued decline in solicitors willing to take on legally aided family cases. In Australia, the Federal Circuit and Family Court has reported similar capacity challenges, with property and parenting matters routinely taking more than 12 months to reach a first hearing.

For many families, the cost of professional legal representation remains the most significant barrier. Research published by the Law Society estimated the average cost of solicitor-led divorce proceedings in England and Wales now exceeds £14,000 per person where finances are contested.

"Every week we hear from people who are overwhelmed — not by the emotional side of separation, but by the sheer complexity of the legal process," said Steve Hamlet, Managing Director of Hamlet Consultancy. "They cannot afford a solicitor, they do not qualify for legal aid, and free information online is fragmented and confusing. We built Clarity Guide because understanding your legal rights during divorce should not be a privilege reserved for those who can afford four-figure legal bills."

Website: https://getclarityguide.co.uk