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In the Family Court, how long does it take to process Consent Orders?
Practice manager at Kate Austin Family Lawyers
How long does it take to process Consent Orders? While there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to timelines, we generally suggest that it takes approximately 28 days from the date that your documents are lodged to the Family Court until the Consent Orders are made and made available. Today, court orders […]
Consent Orders – How do they work? A Consent Order works the same way as a court order. As long as it is properly drafted, it should be enforceable as a court order. If someone fails to comply with it, then the non-defaulting party can petition the court to enforce the Consent Order that has […]
What do I need to do to apply for a Consent Order? In order to obtain Consent Orders, you must file two documents. To get consent orders, you must first file a document called “Application for Consent Orders”. In the case of a property settlement, this document outlines all your assets and liabilities, along […]
Consent Orders can be changed with the consent of the other party. Therefore, we usually suggest people speak with the other party about their willingness to change the Consent Orders before proceeding. A court application can be made to obtain fresh Consent Orders or Orders that vary the current Orders if both […]
Is it possible to be divorced or decree absolute before I apply for Consent Orders? Getting a divorce is not a legal requirement before finalizing your property settlement or settling your child care arrangements. For most people, it is more important to settle their children’s arrangements and/or to finalize their property settlement before […]
Consent Orders legally binding? A Consent Order has the same effect as a court order made after a contested court hearing. If one party fails to comply with a court Order, you can apply to the court to enforce the Order. You are subject to this regardless of whether the Consent Order relates […]
Are consent orders final? Yes, Consent Orders are final. The court has an obligation provided by law to end the financial relationship between the parties, so a good solicitor will draft consent orders which will cover the assets and liabilities of both parties in such a way that there are no financial ties between […]
How much will it cost me to get a Consent Order? Most lawyers now charge a fixed fee for preparing consent orders. The fixed fee they charge, however, varies widely. It is quite common for lawyers to charge a fixed fee if there is some level of negotiation between the parties prior to the […]
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