Financial Orders in Divorce

Practical Legal Advice for Financial Settlements and Clean Breaks After Separation

What Financial Orders Cover?

Sorting out finances after a divorce or separation can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re looking for a clean break or need long-term financial support arrangements, Holland Family Law provides clear and effective legal guidance tailored to your circumstances. Our solicitors work with clients across England to help them reach fair, legally binding financial agreements that protect their future.

Book a confidential 30-minute consultation to discuss your financial settlement options.

Dividing Assets and Property

We help determine a fair division of property, savings and investments that reflects both parties’ contributions and needs.

Pensions and Divorce

We help clients understand how pensions can be shared or offset in a settlement and draft orders that reflect this appropriately.

Financial Consent Orders

If you’ve reached an agreement with your former partner, we draft a financial consent order that the court can approve making your arrangement legally binding and enforceable.

Clean Break Financial Orders

We support clients in achieving financial independence after divorce. A clean break financial order ensures no further financial claims can be made in the future, giving you certainty and peace of mind.

Spousal Maintenance and Lump Sum Orders

We provide guidance on whether spousal maintenance is appropriate, how much should be paid and for how long. We also assist with lump sum settlements when relevant.

Formalising Agreements

Even if you’re on good terms with your ex-partner, it’s vital to formalise any financial arrangement to prevent future disputes.

STEP ONE

Initial Consultation

We begin with a 30-minute confidential session to understand your financial circumstances and goals.

STEP TWO

Advice and Planning

We outline your legal options, explain your rights and help you plan for a fair and realistic settlement.

STEP THREE

Application and Representation

Whether you’re applying for a clean break, financial consent order or full financial order, we handle paperwork, negotiation and court representation as required.

Who We Help?

Our solicitors support:

  • Divorcing or separating married couples
  • Civil partners seeking financial separation
  • Clients wanting to formalise informal agreements
  • Individuals needing spousal maintenance or lump-sum payments
  • Anyone concerned about pension sharing, property ownership or savings division

We tailor our advice to your circumstances, focusing on outcomes that protect your financial future.

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From the moment I started to talk too Holland Family Law, they made me feel at ease with the possible situation that may be in store for me.  They answered all my questions with exceptional professionalism and clarity and with a sympathetic ear.  Thank you for your help.  I would recommend your firm thank you again.

Mr P, Leicester, December 2024

Holland Family Law have been fantastic on helping me deal with my divorce. They have guided me at every stage and explained the process to me so that I felt empowered throughout the whole process. They have always been at the end of the phone and respond to emails promptly which has put me at ease at such a difficult time. They were brilliant at explaining things in such a way so that I understand and can make informed decisions. I would highly recommend the whole firm.”

Ms BC, Lincs, February 2025

Just cannot thank you enough for all the help and support provided by the HFL Team, not just for me but especially for my daughters too. Thank you so much, it’s all much appreciated.

Mr F, Leicester, July 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Even if you agree, a financial order formalises that agreement and prevents future claims. Without it, either party can apply to court for financial provision later.

You can apply at any stage of the divorce process. Once you’ve reached an agreement, a solicitor can draft the order and submit it for court approval.

Not always. If one party relies financially on the other, spousal maintenance may be needed. However, our solicitors will explore whether a clean break can be achieved.

Yes. Financial claims can still be made after divorce unless there is a clean break order in place. It’s advisable to formalise any agreement as soon as possible.

It’s not a legal requirement but highly recommended. A solicitor ensures the order is properly drafted, reflects your intentions and is accepted by the court.

Once submitted, consent orders usually take a few weeks to be approved. If court proceedings are needed, the process may take several months.

There’s no legal closure. Financial claims can be brought months or years later even if you’ve moved on or remarried. A financial order protects you from this risk.

Talk to Holland Family Law

Financial decisions during a separation can have long-term consequences. Whether you need a clean break financial order, help with a financial consent order or representation during a financial dispute, we’re here to support you. Book your 30-minute consultation with a financial order solicitor at Holland Family Law today.

 

 

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