CONSENT ORDERS
Formalising your agreement with clarity and care
Where parties have reached an agreement in relation to property settlement or parenting arrangements, that agreement can be formalised through an Application for Consent Orders.
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Ensuring that the agreement is properly documented and reflects your intentions is essential, as the orders made by the Court are final and enforceable.
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We provide a structured approach to preparing and filing Consent Orders, ensuring your agreement is clearly expressed and appropriately formalised.
UNDERSTANDING CONSENT ORDERS
A binding and enforceable outcome
Consent Orders formalise an agreement between parties and, once made by the Court, become legally binding.
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They can deal with property settlement, financial matters and parenting arrangements, providing certainty and finality without the need for contested proceedings.
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Because of their binding nature, it is important that the terms accurately reflect the agreement reached and are appropriate in the circumstances.
OUR APPROACH
More than document preparation
Preparing Consent Orders requires more than simply recording an agreement. It involves ensuring that the terms are clear, workable and appropriately structured, and that the application meets the Court’s requirements.
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We take a considered approach to drafting, ensuring your agreement is accurately reflected and that the application is prepared and filed correctly.
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Where required, we also provide guidance to ensure the agreement itself is suitable to be formalised.
WHAT THIS INCLUDES
A structured and supported process
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Review of the terms of your agreement
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Drafting of Consent Orders and supporting documents
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Preparation of the Application for Consent Orders
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Filing of the application with the Court
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Communication with you throughout the process
SUITABILITY
This service is suitable if
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you and the other party have reached an agreement
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you are seeking to formalise that agreement through the Court
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the terms of the agreement are largely settled
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you are seeking a clear and structured drafting process
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
Ensuring your agreement is appropriate
Before formalising any agreement, it is important to ensure that the terms are appropriate and properly consider your circumstances.
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In some cases, additional advice may be required before proceeding with an Application for Consent Orders. Where this is necessary, we will discuss this with you and guide you toward the most appropriate next step.
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This may include a strategy session to review your position and ensure the agreement is suitable to be formalised.
STRUCTURE
A clear and transparent process
This service is offered on a fixed fee basis, providing clarity around cost and the scope of work involved.
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If your matter requires additional advice or work outside the standard process, we will discuss this with you before proceeding.
NEXT STEPS
Considering your broader position
Consent Orders are often one part of resolving matters following separation
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If you require advice in relation to your position, the terms of an agreement or your options moving forward, we recommend booking a strategy session to ensure you are proceeding on a fully informed basis.