Simplicity Legal has recorded a rise in divorce and separation enquiries in the weeks since Scotland supporters returned from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The increase is based on the firm’s own enquiry data, and the firm notes that most enquiries do not lead to divorce proceedings.
Glasgow, United Kingdom, 30th Jul 2026 – Simplicity Legal, a law firm based in Glasgow, has recorded an increase in divorce and separation enquiries during July 2026. The increase is based on the firm’s own enquiry data and is measured against the enquiry levels the firm would normally expect at this time of year. The firm has not identified a single cause for the rise, and notes that enquiry volumes fluctuate throughout the year.
The period covered by the data follows the return of Scotland supporters from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Scotland qualified for the tournament for the first time since 1998. The team played two of its three group matches at Gillette Stadium near Boston, and a third-place finish in Group C was not enough to reach the knockout rounds. Thousands of Scotland supporters travelled to the United States for the group stage in June.
Billy Smith, director at Simplicity Legal, said: “Our enquiry data shows a clear increase in divorce and separation enquiries in recent weeks compared with what we would normally expect during the summer. We are not in a position to attribute the increase to any single cause. Family law firms are used to enquiry levels changing through the year, and January, following the Christmas period, is the best-known example of a seasonal rise.”
He added: “It is worth saying clearly that an enquiry is not a divorce. Most people who contact us at this stage are simply looking for information, and a great many of them never take matters any further. Our advice is always the same. Talk to each other first, and if you want to understand where you stand, seek advice before making any decisions. In Scotland, the rules on finances, property and cohabitation are not always what people assume, and good advice early on saves a great deal of stress later.”
Simplicity Legal offers an initial consultation for anyone seeking advice on separation, divorce or other family law matters. The firm does not provide legal aid.
Simplicity Legal, 34 Woodlands Road, Glasgow G3 6UR Telephone: 0141 471 9166 Website: www.simplicitylegal.co.uk
Notes to editors
- Simplicity Legal is a Scottish law firm and a trading name of Clarity Simplicity Ltd, which also trades as Complete Clarity Solicitors. The firm has offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dumfries.
- The firm advises on family law, divorce and separation, conveyancing, wills and estate planning, executry, dispute resolution and commercial matters.
- The enquiry data referred to in this release is drawn from the firm’s own records for June and July 2026. Supporting figures are available on request.
- For interviews, further comment or supporting figures, please contact Billy Smith, Simplicity Legal, 34 Woodlands Road, Glasgow G3 6UR. Telephone: 0141 471 9166.
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