Divorce and Consent Order

Our Managed Divorce and Consent Order Service covers all aspects of your divorce and asset division. This includes preparing and submitting all necessary divorce paperwork, handling communications with the courts, and drafting a legally binding financial consent order. We ensure that lump sum payments, property transfers, and other financial matters are addressed and finalised efficiently and correctly. matters are addressed and finalised efficiently and correctly.

The cost of our Divorce and Consent Order Service is just one fixed fee of £699 with no other hidden costs.
Court Fees are not included in our service price. All divorces in England and Wales require a mandatory court fee of £593 to cover the court’s staff costs. There is also a £58 court fee for the consent order.

The typical duration for completing a Divorce and Consent Order is around 7 to 8 months. However, the timeframe can vary based on the specifics of your case and how quickly agreements are reached. If both parties can reach agreements swiftly we can normally complete the process on a 7-8 month timeline. Our team works diligently to expedite the process as much as possible while ensuring all details are meticulously handled.

A Managed Divorce and Consent Order offers a streamlined, hassle-free process where our specialists handle all legal and administrative tasks. This reduces the risk of errors, additional court charges, and delays. It also provides a comprehensive solution for dividing assets, giving you peace of mind that your financial interests are protected and legally binding.

Yes, our service is designed to handle complex financial situations. Our divorce specialists have extensive experience in dealing with various asset types, including properties and investments. We provide tailored advice and support to ensure fair and equitable distribution.

• Initial Consultation: We begin by collating all of the necessary information from you via our easy to use online questionnaire.
• Drafting the Agreement: Our specialists draft a financial agreement based on your instructions.
• Sign the Documents: The documents are sent to you both to sign electronically.
• Submission to Court: We submit the signed consent order to the court for approval.
• Court Approval: Once approved, the financial agreements in your consent order become legally binding.

In most cases, attending court is not necessary. Our team handles all court submissions and communications on your behalf. You will only need to attend court if the court is not satisfied that your consent order is fair. If for example, one party was being bought out of their share of the former family home for less than market value the court may question the fairness of the agreement.

Your assets and liabilities should be divided based on mutual agreement and fairness. Our specialists will help you review your division, ensuring fairness and compliance with legal standards. The final agreement is then formalised in the financial consent order.

Once a Consent Order is approved by the court, it is legally binding and cannot be changed without both parties agreeing to another order. Any modifications require court approval and are typically only granted under exceptional circumstances, such as significant changes in financial situations.