Finances upon divorce

Legally binding agreements

Once you and your partner have reached an agreement regarding your finances, it is important you obtain a consent order from the court to ensure the agreement is legally binding. A consent order can provide a financial clean break, protecting both parties from any future claims being made and can include specific orders such as pension sharing orders, orders for maintenance and transfer of assets or property.  

Where it has not been possible for you and your partner to reach an agreement, we can advise you in relation to alternative options such as mediation and arbitration. We can then assist you to ensure that any agreement you reach is legally binding.  

In some circumstances,  it may not be possible or appropriate for couples to reach an agreement outside of court, for example if mediation has not been successful or if your partner has not been open about their assets. Our divorce and finances team is experienced in dealing with complex, disputed cases in the court arena. We can advise you in relation to the court process and what factors the court would consider if it is asked to make a final determination. 

Areas of specialism

• Preparing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Resolving financial matters following separation, divorce or the dissolution of a civil partnership
• Preparing separation agreements
• Obtaining orders for maintenance
• Obtaining pension sharing orders
• Obtaining clean break consent orders
• Protecting your property rights
• Protecting your business interests