Consent Order Lawyers in Caloundra
Make Your Family Law Agreement Legally Binding
If you and your former partner have reached an agreement about property or parenting arrangements, consent orders can be used to formalise that agreement through the Court.
Ferrall & Co can help you prepare the documents, understand what information is required and ensure the proposed orders clearly reflect what has been agreed.
Consent orders can be used for:
- Property settlements
- Parenting arrangements
- Financial matters
- Superannuation arrangements where applicable
You generally do not need to attend Court when applying for consent orders, provided the application can be dealt with on the documents.
How We Can Help With Consent Orders
- Drafting proposed consent orders
- Preparing and filing consent order applications
- Parenting consent orders
- Property consent orders
- Reviewing an agreement before it is filed
- Financial disclosure and supporting documents
- Negotiating final wording where agreement is close
- Responding to Court requests for further information
- Advice about whether consent orders are the right option
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What Is a Consent Order?
A consent order is a Court order made by agreement between the parties.
It can formalise arrangements about property, finances or parenting without requiring the parties to go through a contested hearing.
Once made by the Court, consent orders are legally binding.
For property matters, the Court considers whether the proposed orders are just and equitable. For parenting matters, the Court considers whether the arrangements are in the best interests of the child.
Parenting orders
Parenting consent orders can formalise agreed arrangements about:
- where children live
- time spent with each parent
- holidays
- communication
- changeovers
- major long-term decisions
If the parties cannot agree, the matter may move beyond a consent-order process into a parenting dispute.
Property Consent Orders
Property consent orders can formalise an agreed division of assets, liabilities and financial interests after separation.
They may deal with:
- real estate
- savings
- debts
- businesses
- vehicles
- investments
- superannuation
If the parties have not yet reached agreement about how property should be divided, see our Property Settlement Lawyers page.
Why Do You Need A Lawyer?
Incomplete Documentation
Missing information can delay the application or result in further questions from the Court.
Unclear Drafting
Poorly drafted orders can create confusion about what each person is required to do.
Agreement Does Not Match the Orders
The documents filed with the Court should accurately reflect what the parties have agreed.
Important Issues Left Out
Superannuation, property transfers, debt responsibility or practical parenting arrangements can be overlooked if the agreement is not properly reviewed.
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Preparing Your Consent Order Application
Ferrall & Co can help you prepare the application, draft the proposed orders and identify the supporting information required.
We can also explain what happens after the documents are filed and respond to any further information requested by the Court.
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Why Choose Ferrall and Co. Lawyers?
- Family law experience: Our team regularly assists with parenting, property and separation matters.
- Clear drafting: We focus on making proposed orders practical and easy to understand.
- Straightforward advice: We explain what the consent orders mean before documents are filed.
- Local support: Ferrall & Co is based in Caloundra and assists families across the Sunshine Coast.
- Clear first step: A free 30-minute family law consultation is available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a consent order?
A consent order is a Court order made by agreement between the parties. It can formalise parenting, property or financial arrangements.
Do we have to attend Court for consent orders?
Many consent order applications are dealt with on the documents without the parties attending Court.
Can consent orders cover property and parenting?
Yes. Consent orders can deal with property matters, parenting arrangements or both, depending on the application.
Are consent orders legally binding?
Once made by the Court, consent orders are legally binding.
What is the difference between a parenting plan and parenting consent orders?
A parenting plan records an agreement between parents but is not enforceable in the same way as parenting orders. Parenting consent orders are made by the Court and are legally enforceable.
Can we apply for consent orders if we have already agreed on everything?
Yes. Consent orders are commonly used where the parties have reached agreement and want to formalise it.
What if the Court does not approve our proposed consent orders?
The Court may request further information or require changes before making the orders.