The consent order has all the same effects as a court order entered after trial, without ever having a trial. A consent order is valid and enforceable because it evidences the signed consent of the parties and approval of the judge.

Can consent orders be overturned?

Consent Orders and Court Orders are not immune to being overturned, varied or appealed due to reasons similar to those for Financial Agreements. Court Orders even if made by consent also have the added risk of a former spouse being able to make a later claim for spousal maintenance.

Is consent order legally binding?

A consent order is a legally binding document. It explains how your joint assets are to be divided, and will cover money, property, investments, pensions, savings and may also include details of any spousal maintenance or child maintenance payments.