When you may need help
You have moved abroad, but your marriage was registered in Ukraine; your spouse is not responding or does not agree to a divorce. Start by identifying the authority entitled to hear the case and the method of notifying the other party. Children, foreign citizenship or proceedings already under way can change the procedure.
What we can do
- Identify where the marriage can be dissolved, taking the spouses’ places of residence into account.
- Prepare the application and documents for the agreed procedure.
- Discuss obtaining the final document and using it in another country.
What to prepare for the consultation
- Details of the marriage registration and each spouse’s place of residence.
- Information about any shared minor children and agreement to divorce.
- Copies of applications already filed and court documents received.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
Divorce alone does not resolve child support, contact with a child or division of property. We discuss these matters separately to choose appropriate claims and avoid missing important deadlines.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
Do I need to travel to Ukraine?
The possibility of acting through a representative depends on the chosen procedure and the circumstances of the case. We will check this before work begins; some steps may require your personal participation.
Can I get help with “Divorce while abroad” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Divorce while abroad”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Divorce while abroad”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Divorce while abroad”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Divorce while abroad”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.