FINANCIAL CONSENT ORDERS

When you divorce you need to separate
your finances. This can be done by agreement,
however, unless you have your agreement
ratified by the Court, you leave yourself open
to your ex making a claim at any point
in the future

Be Prepared. Be Ready. Be Confident

CONSENT ORDERS
AND OTHER ESSENTIAL COURT DOCUMENTS
Practical Guidance for People Representing Themselves

Have you.....

…reached an agreement about how to divide your finances?
…agreed on how often the children will spent time with you both?
…decided to cohabit but worried about what each of you is putting into the relationship?
…want to separate but don’t want arguments later on about what is fair?
…want to marry but concerned about the assets you already have?

Clear Agreements That Protect You and Your Family

When relationships change, it is important to ensure that agreements about finances, property, pensions, assets and liabilities are clear, fair, and legally recognised.

Many couples are able to reach sensible agreements between themselves. However, without the right legal structure, those agreements may not be legally binding or enforceable. They also do not prevent any future claim being made against you.

We provide professional assistance in preparing the documents needed to formalise your agreement properly, giving both parties clarity and peace of mind for the future.

Financial Consent Orders

If you and your former partner have reached an agreement about finances, a Consent Order allows that agreement to be approved by the court which makes it legally binding.

You may have an agreement, but if your ex ignores it, fails to pay what was agreed, refuses to cooperate you have no power to force them to follow the agreement. A Court Order is back up by the law and is enforceable by the Court.

This can cover issues such as:

• the Family Home and the division of savings and investments

• property arrangements • pensions • ongoing financial support • debts and liabilities

A properly drafted Consent Order ensures that the agreement you have reached is clearly recorded and legally enforceable, helping to prevent future disputes.

Separation and Cohabitation Agreements

Not every couple wishes to begin immediate court proceedings or divorce.

A Separation Agreement allows couples to record how they intend to manage their finances, property, and responsibilities while living apart.

A Cohabitation Agreement allows couples to record how they intend to manage their finances, property, and responsibilities before they commit to living together, or at least early in the process to avoid arguments later on.

These agreements commonly cover:

• financial arrangements • responsibility for debts • use or sale of property • arrangements for children • future intentions regarding divorce

Although either a Separation or Cohabitation Agreement is not a court order, it provides a clear written framework that can later assist the court if formal proceedings take place.

Prenuptial Agreements

Planning ahead can prevent conflict later.

A Prenuptial Agreement allows couples to set out how finances, property, and assets should be dealt with if the relationship ends in the future.

These agreements are particularly helpful where:

• one or both parties have significant assets • there are children from previous relationships • family businesses or inherited assets are involved • there is a desire to protect property acquired before marriage

While the court always retains the final decision in financial matters, properly prepared prenuptial agreements are increasingly recognised and given significant weight by the courts

Clear, Professional Assistance

Preparing these agreements requires careful drafting to ensure that the terms are clear, balanced, and properly structured. We assist clients by:

• preparing legally structured agreements • ensuring the terms reflect the parties’ intentions • explaining the process clearly • guiding you through the steps required for court approval where necessary

Our aim is to help you create agreements that provide certainty, stability, and protection for the future.

What help is available?

Simon Walland has over 25 years’ experience in the Family Courts and has supported thousands of people navigating children and financial proceedings. Beginning with his own case in 2001, then working as a Professional Mckenzie Friend and being Called to the Bar as a Barrister, Simons knowledge of legal procedure is second to none and having seen people making the same mistakes time and time again he now devotes his time to helping people to Represent Themselves in the Family Courts properly.

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Take the Next Step

If you and your partner have reached an agreement and would like it properly recorded and formalised, we can help.

Contact us today to discuss how we can assist with: • Financial Consent Orders • Children Consent Orders • Separation Agreements • Cohabitation Agreements • Prenuptial Agreements Clear agreements now can prevent significant problems later.

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