What happens now?

[Gardenfencer]

DH moved out yesterday. I was just looking for advice as to what to do practically from now?
I asked him to leave because he lost his temper, punching doors, etc. This follows arguments and generally trying not to spend time with myself or our children.
Financially, we have equity in our home of about 36k, savings and assets of 20k with 4k debt. He works, I don't due to being a carer of our ds. Does anyone know what's likely to happen? I realise there's not a definite answer.

Can you make an appointment to see a solicitor?

Can you claim benefits as the quicker you claim the more will be backdated so you won't lose out.

How old are your children?

Superloud, I could go to see a solicitor but I was concerned about the cost? Yes, I should be able to claim benefits. Do you just put in a claim and wait?
Xzc, my children are 18, 15 and 11.

I realise that technically my eldest is not a child.

You can usually get first 30 mins free advice from solicitor. But you are going to need legal advice moving forward to split assets. And get divorced.

Phone up Monday morning first thing. For tax credits/ universal credits. Does your dc get dla? You can get carers allowance and premiums on credits if so.

Look at cms calculator. And agree amount to be paid moving forward.

I'm sorry you are in the situation. Do let friends and family support you. Keep talking. It really helps

My eldest is 18 but I still get benefits for her as she's on a full time college course.

I realise I'm very lucky to be in Scotland where I applied for and got legal aid.

Firstly you need to get over the shock and get info on benefits so you have some income.
Are there pensions? Can you locate details?

Ideally you agree the financial settlement amicably, it seems to mostly depend on your H. Will you be able to work?

Be thankful you don’t have much equity or savings - so less to lose.

Open an account and transfer half money from joint account into that.
Report the violence to the police so you have a record of it. Take photos of the damage he caused.
Copy all relevant documents such as bank accounts, pension details.
Gather passports. Give all of these documents to a trusted family member or friend or secure box somewhere.
If possible, change the locks.
Good luck.