Do I need a Consent Order?

Some clients who are divorced or are in the process of getting divorced ask whether they need a consent order.

Where you have agreed how you will deal with the divorce finances (even where you decide not to make any claims against each other) the answer is in most cases, yes.  If you have been unable to agree on how the finances should be dealt with you should seek legal advice to discuss your options further.  Surprisingly many people go to the trouble of getting divorced but do not end their financial relationship with their spouse which can result in unnecessary future stress and complication.

Spouses, as a result of their marriage have financial claims against each other and they are not brought to an end by the decree absolute.   The  most usual way to conclude your financial claims against each other is by a court order.