Estranged Couple Accidentally Divorced Due to Law Firm's Computer Error

A London law firm's mistake led to the unintended divorce of a couple, a decision upheld by the court despite recognition of the error.

A computer error at Vardags law firm resulted in the accidental divorce of Mr. and Mrs. Williams, who had been married for 21 years.
The couple was still negotiating financial terms when the error occurred, leading to a rapid, unintended finalization of their divorce.
High Court Judge Sir Andrew McFarlane upheld the divorce, citing the need for certainty and finality in court orders.
Ayesha Vardag, head of the law firm, criticized the decision, arguing that divorce should require intentional action from the parties involved.
Legal discussions are ongoing, with potential implications for the handling of future online divorce applications.