Divorce & Family Law Solicitors in Corby

When your relationship reaches a turning point, the hardest part is often knowing who to talk to first. Belderbos Solicitors is a specialist family-law-only firm that can help people in Corby and across North Northamptonshire with divorce and separation, children matters, financial settlements and domestic abuse. Family law is all we do, which means you speak to solicitors who work on exactly these issues every day. Begin with a free, no-obligation discovery call before you commit to anything.

Our team can assist people throughout Corby, the surrounding North Northamptonshire villages and the Rutland border, with our main staffed office in Oakham a short drive north via the A6003.

Why choose Belderbos for family law in Corby?

Choosing the right solicitor matters, especially in a town where most of the visible options are general firms covering everything from house sales to employment disputes. Here is what sets us apart:

• Family law is all we do. We are a specialist family-law-only firm. We are not splitting our attention across unrelated areas of law, which means deeper expertise and clearer, more confident advice on divorce, finances, children and domestic abuse.
• Resolution-accredited. Our solicitors are members of Resolution and hold its specialist accreditations, including Collaborative Family Lawyer and trained Mediator status. Resolution members commit to a constructive, non-confrontational approach that reduces conflict and keeps the focus on solutions.
• Out of court wherever possible. Court is not the only route, and it is often not the best one. We prioritise mediation, collaborative law, arbitration and lawyer-led negotiation to settle matters more quickly, more privately and at lower cost, while staying fully prepared to go to court when that is genuinely the right step.
• Child-focused and empathetic. Where children are involved, their welfare comes first. We work to protect it while keeping conflict between parents as low as it can be.
• A free, no-obligation discovery call. You can speak to us before committing to anything, so you understand your position and your choices before you decide how to proceed.
• A staffed office close to Corby. Our main office in Oakham is a short drive north across the Rutland border, and our Leicester office is also available by appointment.

Ready to talk it through? Book your free discovery call or call us on 01572 490660.

Our Corby team

Belderbos runs a single, close-knit family law team across both offices, so wherever you are based around Corby you have the whole team behind you.

• James Belderbos – Director and Founder. James founded the firm with a clear purpose: to provide specialist, family-only legal advice that keeps the family's future at the centre of every decision. He leads the team and its resolution-first ethos.
• Sophie Ball – Family Law Solicitor. Sophie advises across the full range of family matters, from divorce and financial settlements to arrangements for children, with a calm, client-focused manner.
• Emma Potter – Family Law Solicitor. Emma works with clients on divorce, separation and children matters, pairing clear practical advice with genuine care for the people behind each case.

You can read more about our approach and values on our Why choose Belderbos page, or see what clients say about us on our testimonials page.

Our family law services in Corby

We cover the full spectrum of family law for people in Corby and the surrounding area. Whatever you are facing, there is a service and a solicitor to match.

Divorce and separation

We guide you through every stage of the no-fault divorce process, from the initial application to the final order, and help you separate cleanly if you are not married. Learn more about divorce and separation.

Children matters

We help parents agree where a child lives and how they spend time with each parent, and we advise on Child Arrangements Orders, specific issue and prohibited steps orders and relocation. See our children and child arrangements service.

Financial settlements

Dividing finances on divorce follows no fixed formula; it turns on your particular circumstances. We help you reach a fair settlement and secure it properly through a consent order. See financial settlements.

Domestic abuse

If you or your children are at risk, we act quickly to seek protective orders, including non-molestation and occupation orders, with discretion and urgency. Read about domestic abuse.

Nuptial agreements

Whether you are planning to marry or are already married, a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement can provide clarity and protection. See nuptial agreements.

Cohabitation and separation

Unmarried couples do not have the same automatic legal protections as married ones. We advise on cohabitation agreements and on resolving property and financial disputes when a relationship ends. See cohabitation and separation.

Out-of-court solutions

Where we can, we keep you out of the courtroom. Our out-of-court solutions include mediation, collaborative law, family arbitration and lawyer-led negotiation. See our out-of-court solutions overview.

Court proceedings

When agreement simply is not possible, we represent you firmly and clearly through court proceedings, guiding you through each stage so you always know what to expect.

Please note that we are unable to offer legal aid.

Serving Corby, Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas

Corby sits in North Northamptonshire, close to the point where the county meets Rutland and Leicestershire, and well connected to Oakham, Kettering and beyond. We are proud to support families right across the town and the surrounding area.

Whether you are in Corby itself, one of the nearby villages such as Weldon, Great Oakley, Little Oakley, Cottingham, Middleton, Gretton or Rockingham, or elsewhere in North Northamptonshire, we can assist. Our nearest office is in Oakham, a short drive north via the A6003, with our Leicester office also available by appointment. You will find full details for both, plus all the ways to get in touch, on our contact page.

Local resources in Corby

Alongside your solicitor, it helps to know where the official services for the Corby area are based.

• Northampton Crown, County and Family Court. Family proceedings for Corby and the wider North Northamptonshire area, including divorce, financial remedy and children applications, are dealt with at Northampton Crown, County and Family Court. You can check details on the GOV.UK court finder.
• Citizens Advice North Northants. For free, impartial general guidance on benefits, debt, housing and related issues, Citizens Advice North Northants provides a local service for the Corby area. They are a useful first port of call for practical questions that often arise alongside a family law matter.

How to reach our family solicitors in Corby

If you are based in Corby, our nearest meeting point is our main staffed office in Oakham, at 20A Church Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6AA, around 13 miles north via the A6003.

By car. The most direct route is the A6003 north out of Corby, running past Rockingham and up through Uppingham before dropping into Oakham. Allow around 25 to 30 minutes. There is a pay-and-display car park opposite our Church Street office and further parking within easy walking distance.

By train. Corby has its own station on the Midland Main Line, with frequent services towards Kettering and London. A change at Kettering or Peterborough gives access to Oakham on the cross-country line, though driving is usually the simpler option for this particular journey.

By bus and public transport. Direct public transport between Corby and Oakham is limited, so driving or a remote appointment is usually the most practical option. We are very happy to carry out the full advice process by phone or video if that suits you better.

Plan your journey. Our Oakham office is our main staffed office and our nearest base to Corby, so it is usually the best place to meet. If you would prefer to use our Leicester office instead, just let us know and we can arrange it.

Accessibility

We want meeting us to be straightforward for everyone. Our Oakham office is our main staffed base, with a pay-and-display car park opposite and level access from the street. Our Leicester office is by appointment only. If you have any specific accessibility requirements, or would prefer a phone or video appointment rather than travelling, please let us know when you book and we will accommodate you.

Frequently asked questions about family law in Corby

How much does a family solicitor cost in Corby?

Costs depend on the type of matter and how it is resolved; an agreed divorce settled out of court costs far less than a contested case. We keep our pricing transparent and will discuss it openly at your free discovery call, so you know where you stand before committing to anything.

Do I need a solicitor for divorce?

You can apply for a no-fault divorce yourself, but the divorce itself rarely settles the most important issues, namely your finances and arrangements for any children. Getting those right, and having them recorded in a binding consent order, is where specialist advice makes the biggest difference.

How long does a divorce take?

Under the no-fault system there is a minimum timescale of about 26 weeks. After you apply, there is a 20-week reflection period before you can apply for the conditional order, then a further six weeks and one day before the final order. In practice many cases take around seven to eight months, and longer if finances or children matters remain unresolved.

Is "custody" still used, or is it a Child Arrangements Order now?

Many people still search for "custody", but the correct modern term is a Child Arrangements Order. This sets out who a child lives with and how they spend time with each parent. The court's paramount concern is always the welfare of the child, and in many cases parents agree arrangements without an order ever being needed.

Which court deals with family cases for Corby?

Divorce, financial remedy and children applications for the Corby area are dealt with at Northampton Crown, County and Family Court. We manage court paperwork and hearings on your behalf, so you rarely need to deal with the court directly.

Can I get a free consultation with a family solicitor in Corby?

Yes. We offer a free, no-obligation discovery call to everyone in the Corby area. It is a relaxed conversation about your situation and your options, with no pressure to instruct us and no charge.

Book your free discovery call

Picking up the phone or sending that first email is often the hardest part. Our free, no-obligation discovery call is designed to make that step easier: a friendly, confidential conversation in which we listen to your situation, answer your questions and explain the options open to you.

To book, call us on 01572 490660, email admin@belderbossolicitors.co.uk, or book your free discovery call online. Whether you are in Corby, Weldon, Rockingham or anywhere across North Northamptonshire, we are here to help you move forward with confidence.