Divorce

[duts54]

My wife and I have been married for 10 years , the first year we spent apart because she showed me a manipulative side to her. We have no children together and own no property together, could anyone cast any light on what % of my works pension she could be entitled to, the grounds for divorce could be around unreasonable behavior or somewhere in that area. I have already filed for divorce within the 6 or 7 years but came back and manipulated me into not pursuing proceedings , I don't know whether this has any bearing on things , but I never cancelled proceedings against her . This situation has really affected me mentally , especially when she thinks she can do anything to me because were married .

[hc4361]

Is she financially dependent on you?

[duts54]

No she works

[hc4361]

It is very doubtful that she will be entitled to any of your pension. The grounds for divorce makes no difference whatsoever.

[duts54]

I thought the general rule would be that she was entitled to a % , is that because no children are involved or property .

[hc4361]

You could just as easily be entitled to a % of her pension. There is no hard and fast rule.

[duts54]

Oh well I feel more confident regarding approaching a solicitor now :-)

[hc4361]

Good luck. You don't need a solicitor, you could do it yourself.

Are you still living together?

[duts54]

Yes , but I aren't interested in anything that we have together , the property is rented . I just feel the need to start all over again , especially as it turns out that I have a heart condition and the stress doesn't help .

[hc4361]

Best to move out as soon as possible and get the ball rolling. It will be easier if you are living apart.

[duts54]

Yes , that makes sense , thanks for your time :-)