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With enlighten's tools and guidance you can take control of your separation. We are the only company in England and Wales who will give you the information you need to make decisions, and the practical tools to put these decisions into action.

Our services are for people dealing with separations in the courts of England and Wales.

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Court forms reimagined

We have re-written every court form in plain-English. This means that you no longer need to wade through pages of dense and complicated language.

Our packages help you identify which court forms you need to complete and then steer you through the process using our series of straight talking guidance notes.

No need for head-scratching over legal terms and which boxes apply to you - we will guide you through every step.

You won't find that anywhere else.

Confused by legal jargon? Explore our Key words page.

Here you'll find straightforward explanations of many of the key words and phrases used by lawyers.

Find the right packages for you

Navigating through a separation can be complex and emotionally taxing. Our experts have designed four carefully curated packages that each deal with a specific aspect of your separation. Explore our packages below.

Divorce or dissolution

For people who want to legally end their marriage or civil partnership.

£100

Money & property

For helping you divide your money and property from your ex.

£300

Arrangements for children

For making arrangements for your children as part of your separation.

£300

Enforcement

For when your ex owes you money under a family court order and they haven't paid you.

£300

Detailed Step-by-Step Guides

We believe in empowering our users with the tools and knowledge they need to navigate their legal separation. Join us at anytime: if you want to avoid going to court, if you think you might go to court, or at any time during a court case.

User empowerment

We believe in empowering our users with the tools and knowledge they need to navigate their legal separation without the need for a lawyer.

Access to justice and fair outcomes shouldn't only be available to those who can afford it.

Pricing & Integrity

Straightforward, transparent pricing. No hidden costs.

Our one off prices give you unlimited access to all our tools and information so you can plan your costs effectively.

Independently navigate your separation

Our platform is designed to empower you to manage the legal, practical and emotional aspects of your separation process yourself without paying for expensive lawyers. For a one off cost you will get unlimited access to our intuitive tools, detailed guides, and step-by-step resources. We provide everything you need to confidently navigate your legal journey without the need for a lawyer.

Information & advice

We are one of the biggest single sources of information and guidance on family law in the UK. We use plain english to describe the steps you need to take and the processes involved. From working out which options are available to you, to understanding what a court hearing might feel like; we’ve got you covered with hundreds of guidance notes, articles and step by step guides.

Practical tools

We have re-written every court form in plain-English. This means that you no longer need to wade through pages of dense and complicated language. Our packages help you identify which court forms you need to complete and then steer you through the process using our series of straight talking guidance notes. No need for head-scratching over legal terms and which boxes apply to you - we will guide you through every step.

You will only find this functionality with enlighten.

Online filing system

Once you have completed your forms or generated your letters, they will automatically save into our secure online filing system. You can also use the upload function to upload and store other documents relating to your case. We help you organise everything so you know you will always be able to find what you need.

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Your free separation resource gateway

Explore our Free Resource Library, a collection of insightful articles, FAQs, and guides designed to provide you with a clear understanding of the legal separation process.

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Wellbeing

Questioning in court where there are allegations of domestic abuse

There is a law called the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 which stops someone accused of abuse from questioning the victim in court (where the victim is a party in a court case or a witness in a court case). This law also stops a victim of abuse from having to question in court the person accused of that abuse (in specific circumstances).

How do I tell a child about a separation?

It is natural to worry about the best way to tell your child or children that you are separating. As their parent or carer you will probably have an instinct about how to deal with this, but many people don’t know where to start. Here are some things you might want to consider.

What are Cafcass and Cafcass Cymru?

Cafcass stands for Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service. In England the body is called Cafcass and in Wales there is Cafcass Cymru. (We refer to them both as Cafcass in this guide to make it easier to read).

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FAQs

Who is enlighten for?

enlighten is designed for anyone dealing with a separation or separation-related issue in England and Wales who is looking to manage their case themselves.

Our tools and guidance will enable you to run your case yourself from start to finish.

Do I still need a lawyer?

That's up to you.

enlighten is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice specific to your case. Our experts have spent thousands of hours curating the information on our site to give you the best chance possible of understanding your situation. However, there might still be situations where you would find it helpful to speak to a lawyer.

How much does enlighten cost?

We recognise the importance of transparency when it comes to costs. We have set up a simple modular structure for our packages so you only pay for what you need. Each enlighten package offers something different and can be purchased by itself or alongside other packages as part of a bundle.

There are four packages available but the most any one person will buy is three because some packages aren't compatible with others. This means the most you will spend on an enlighten bundle is £700.

enlighten's Divorce & dissolution package costs £100, while our Divorce & dissolution finances, Arrangements for children and Financial enforcement packages all cost £300.

The court also charges fees for certain processes. These fees are set by the court and payable directly to the court. enlighten does not get any of this money.

Does my ex have to sign up?

No, but they can if they want.

All our tools are designed for individuals to use for themselves, so you don't need your ex to be a member in order to get everything you need from our products. However, because we are not a law firm we are able to work with both you and your ex.

What happens if I change my mind?

We are happy to give a full refund to anyone who changes their mind as long as they have not used the product. By using the product we mean logging in to your account.