How To Get A Consent Order

Sorting out your finances during divorce can feel confusing, especially when you are trying to work out what needs to be agreed, what needs to be sent to court, and when everything becomes legally binding.

We know consent orders can feel more complicated than they need to. That’s why we’ve put this free guide together: to explain, step by step, how to get a consent order, what documents are needed, when you can apply, and how Divorce-Online can help you prepare everything correctly.

How The Consent Order Process Works

A consent order is normally used once financial arrangements have been agreed.

The process usually involves:

recording the financial agreement
preparing the consent order
completing the required financial information
submitting the documents to the court
waiting for a judge to review and approve the order

Once approved, the agreement becomes legally binding.

Find Out If You’re Ready For A Consent Order

What Happens After The Check

After completing the check, you’ll receive guidance based on your answers explaining what usually happens next and whether a consent order may be relevant to your situation.

If appropriate, you’ll also be able to request a callback so the team can explain the process in more detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a financial consent order?

A financial consent order is a legally binding document approved by the court which records how finances will be divided after divorce. Once approved by a judge, the agreement becomes legally binding.

Do I need a consent order if we have already agreed finances?

Many couples reach an agreement about how finances will be divided. A consent order allows that agreement to be formally recorded and approved by the court so it becomes legally binding.

How much does a consent order cost?

Divorce-Online’s fixed-fee consent order services start from £179, depending on the level of support needed. Court fees may apply separately.

Do I need to attend court?

In most straightforward cases, court attendance is not required. The documents are submitted for the court to review.

Can Divorce-Online help prepare the documents?

Yes. Divorce-Online offers fixed-fee consent order services to help prepare and submit the required documents.

Company Information

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Reserved legal services are provided by OLS Solicitors, which is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 628210).

Disclaimer

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