If you and your spouse have already agreed on how to divide your assets, our Fixed-Price Consent Order Service provides the legal certainty you need without the escalating hourly fees of traditional litigation.

What is a Fixed-Price Consent Order?

A Consent Order is a legally binding document issued by the court that makes your financial agreement official. Without a legal order, either party can make financial claim against the other years—or even decades—after the divorce is finalized.

Our service ensures that your “handshake deal” is turned into an enforceable court order, providing a clean break for both parties.

Why Choose Our Fixed-Price Consent Order Service?

We believe in transparency. By choosing a fixed-fee approach, you eliminate the stress of “clock-watching” and can focus on moving forward.

Feature	Our Fixed-Price Service	Traditional Hourly Billing
Cost	One upfront, transparent fee	Unknown total; billed by the minute
Certainty	Guaranteed legal protection	High risk of future claims
Speed	Streamlined for agreed settlements	Can be dragged out by negotiations
Expertise	Drafted by specialist solicitors	Varies by firm

How the Process Works

We’ve simplified the path to financial independence into four clear steps:

Initial Consultation: We review your agreed terms to ensure they are fair and meet court requirements.

Professional Drafting: Our legal experts draft the Consent Order and the Statement of Information (D81 form).

Review & Sign: You and your spouse review the documents. Once approved, we handle the signatures.

Court Submission: We lodge the application with the court. Once the judge approves your consent order, your financial ties are officially severed.

Included In the Service.

Drafting of the Consent Order: Tailored to your specific agreement (property, pensions, savings).

Living Arrangements: Where the children will live and a schedule for holidays, birthdays, and school breaks.

Clean Break Clauses: To ensure neither party can claim against future earnings or inheritances.

Financial Support: Discussing child maintenance and how to cover extra costs like uniforms or trips.

D81 Preparation: Completion of the mandatory summary of your financial positions.

Court Liaison: Managing all correspondence with the family court until the order is sealed.

Note: Our fixed-price service is designed for couples who have already reached an agreement. If you still need help negotiating the division of assets, we offer separate mediation and negotiation services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I really need a Consent Order if we are on good terms? Yes. In the UK, a Decree Absolute (or Final Order) ends the marriage, but it does not end your financial links. Without a Consent Order, your ex-spouse could potentially claim against your future assets, such as a business success, a lottery win, or an inheritance, many years down the line.

Does a Consent Order require a court hearing? Usually, no. If both parties agree and provide correctly drafted paperwork, a judge typically reviews the documents in chambers and “seals” the order without you ever stepping foot in a courtroom.

What is a “Clean Break” clause? This specific provision within a Consent Order severs financial ties between parties once they divide their assets, preventing either side from making future claims against the other. It effectively prevents any future claims for spousal maintenance or capital.Click her for more information.

The Process & Requirements

What if we haven’t agreed on everything yet? We offer our fixed-price service specifically for couples who have already reached an agreement. If you are still in the middle of negotiations, we can refer you to our Mediation Services to help you reach a consensus before we begin the drafting process.

How long does the process take? Once we have all the necessary financial information from both parties, we can typically draft the order within 2–3 weeks. After submission, the court’s timeline varies depending on their current backlog, but it usually takes between 6 to 12 weeks for a judge to approve it.

What happens if the judge thinks the deal is unfair? The judge’s role is to ensure the agreement is “within the range of reasonable outcomes.” If they have concerns, they may ask clarifying questions. Because we review your agreement at the start, we can advise you if we think a judge might question the fairness of your proposal.

Costs & Fees

What does the fixed price include? This fee covers the professional drafting of your Consent Order, the completion of your D81 form, and all court correspondence until the judge finalizes the order.

Are court fees included in the fixed price? No. The court charges a separate mandatory filing fee (currently £58 in the UK) to process the application. This is paid directly to HM Courts & Tribunals Service, though you may be exempt if you are on a low income.

What if my spouse changes their mind halfway through? If the matter moves from an “uncontested” agreement to a dispute requiring negotiation or litigation, we will pause the fixed-price service direct you back to Mediation to resolve the disagreement.

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