International Divorce Maintenance

Daniel Eames

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This is unarguably the best family team in the South West. They are great team players and work collaboratively.
Legal 500 2026

International maintenance claims can include the following:

Spousal maintenance (or alimony in the US) paid on a monthly basis
Child maintenance paid on a monthly basis

In certain circumstances, it can also include:

Provision for a home
A lump sum in lieu of maintenance
Pension orders

It is essential that you take expert advice from specialist international maintenance claims solicitors before making a financial application or applying for divorce as this may affect the maintenance that you receive.

Brexit

If you are a foreign national living in the UK or a UK national married to a foreign national, Brexit has affected how the English Courts and the EU courts now will deal with divorce, maintenance and children cases. It is essential that you take expert advice on your situation as there is now a greater possibility of proceedings in more than one country which could result in conflicting decisions from different countries and depending on your financial circumstances this may or may not be to your advantage. At Michelmores we have expert international financial lawyers who can advise on the best outcome for you in this country as well as access to a network of foreign lawyers who can help devise the right strategy for you.

To speak with one of our Family law team, please contact us on 0800 923 0400.

Michelmores are capable of dealing with a range of complex matters that may arise within the context of divorce proceedings.

Chambers UK 2025

Michelmores have a strong reputation for being robust and they fight their clients’ corner very strongly.

Chambers UK 2025

The family team one of the best in the area, with a well deserved reputation fantastic client care and strategic representation. They offer a high-level service that is then reflected in proceedings where bundles/pleadings are prepared immaculately and clients feel supported and confident. I am always delighted to work with Michelmores, knowing that the brief and papers will be immaculate and the client’s expectations well managed.

Legal 500 2025

The family team at Michelmores has gone from strength to strength since being headed up by Daniel Eames. The team has expanded including by establishing a thriving office in Bristol. The family team at Michelmores have high quality work as a result of the excellent service the team provides. The team provides a high level of representation across the range of levels of seniority. Clients are represented by strong, determined solicitors who fight hard to secure the best outcome.

Legal 500 2025

A full-service law firm with footholds around the world, they bring excellence wherever they go.

Legal 500 2024

Daniel is phenomenal. He’s the person you go to if you have a tricky question about European law. He really understands and gets the dynamic of a case and knows how to run complicated, difficult litigation.

Chambers High Net Worth 2023