Solicitor-Led Fixed Fee Divorce & Consent Order Service
OLS Solicitors
Fixed-Fee Divorce + Consent Order Service
You want a straightforward divorce and a court-approved divorce financial settlement.
We manage the paperwork and prepare your a legally binding agreement between two parties (your consent order),
so your agreement becomes enforceable.
Source: GOV.UK family court fees (EX50).
Suitable for England & Wales. If your matter is complex (for example, contested finances, urgent applications, or unusual assets), we will tell you early if this fixed fee is not suitable.
One fee. Clear scope.
You get a fixed-fee divorce service and a solicitor-drafted consent order, with no hidden extras for the work listed below.
Your agreement becomes binding
A consent order turns your financial agreement into a court order so you reduce the risk of future claims.
We handle the process
We prepare the documents, guide you through signatures, and help you submit to court correctly.
Who this service is for
This service is best if you and your spouse agree your finances and you want the court to approve the deal.
In other words, you already have an agreement between spouses on how to split their assets and liabilities, and you want it made enforceable.
Typical situations
- You agree a split of property, savings, debts, and pensions (not necessarily 50/50).
- You want a clean break so neither of you can make further financial claims later.
- There may be a transfer of some income-generating assets and you want the wording done properly.
- You want a clear timeline and step-by-step guidance.
Not suitable if (examples)
- You do not agree finances or you expect contested court hearings.
- You need urgent injunctions, tracing assets, or enforcement work.
- You need complex business valuations, multiple expert reports, or multi-jurisdiction disputes.
If you are unsure, start the enquiry and we will confirm suitability.
What’s included in the £1,099 fixed fee
This service covers the divorce financial settlement process from agreed terms to a court-filed order (your consent order),
plus the managed divorce paperwork. You stay in control. We do the drafting and structure.
Divorce (managed paperwork)
- Initial review and eligibility checks for a no-fault divorce (England & Wales).
- Preparation of the divorce application for your approval.
- Guidance on service and next steps through Conditional Order and Final Order.
- Practical support to reduce delays caused by errors or missing steps.
Consent Order (solicitor drafted)
- We take your agreement and draft a court-ready consent order.
- We prepare the supporting financial documents (including the Statement of Information (Form D81)).
- We explain what the judge needs to approve the terms.
- We provide submission guidance so you file correctly and avoid rejection where possible.
- We deal with straightforward court queries relating to the drafted order.
If you want a quick way to sense-check your agreement
People often look for a divorce settlement calculator or a calculator, but every case turns on the facts.
If you already agree terms, we focus on making them workable and court-approvable.
If you do not agree, you may need advice first.
How it works
Calculating a divorce settlement involves several key steps: list your assets and debts, agree the split, then draft and submit a court order.
We guide you through this in a structured way.
- Start online: you complete our questionnaire about your financial agreement and your finances.
- We draft: we prepare the divorce documents and the consent order pack based on what you tell us.
- You approve & sign: you check wording, we answer questions, then you and your ex sign where required.
- Submit to court: you pay the court fees and file the application (we provide clear submission instructions).
- Court decision: the judge approves, requests more info, or suggests changes. We help you respond where it relates to our drafting.
- Finish: once approved, your divorce financial settlement is in a binding order, and you complete the final stage of the divorce.
Typical timeline
A no-fault divorce has a minimum legal timetable. Many cases take around 6–8 months from application to Final Order, depending on court processing and how quickly steps are completed.
Consent order approval times vary by court workload.
We cannot control HMCTS timescales, but we help you avoid avoidable delays caused by incorrect paperwork.
Costs: your fixed fee + court fees
Our fee
£1,099 fixed fee for the managed divorce + solicitor drafted consent order service (scope as listed above).
Court fees (paid to HMCTS)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Divorce application (England & Wales) | £612 |
| Application by consent for a financial order (consent order) | £60 |
Fees shown are from GOV.UK Family court fees (EX50) (updated 10 July 2025) and may change.
About fairness and “50/50”
Many people assume finances must be 50/50. The court looks at fairness based on your circumstances.
If you have agreed terms, we focus on making sure the drafted order is coherent and court-ready.
Why choose OLS Solicitors
- Fixed fee: you can budget from day one.
- Solicitor drafted: we prepare your consent order and supporting documents with court approval in mind.
- Clear steps: you get a practical plan and a simple timeline.
- Focused on outcomes: you want a binding financial outcome without the stress of doing it alone.
FAQs
What is a consent order?
A consent order is a court-approved financial order that records an arrangement under which a couple’s assets and financial affairs are separated upon divorce.
It can include lump sums, property transfer, pension sharing, maintenance, and a clean break where appropriate.
Do I need a consent order if we agree everything?
Agreement helps, but it is not automatically binding. A court-approved order gives you protection and reduces the risk of later financial claims.
For many people, the financial settlement is the point in the divorce process where they want certainty.
Can you draft from a template I found online?
People often search for a template. Courts reject vague wording. We draft based on your facts so the terms match your assets, debts, and any ongoing payments.
Is there a time limit?
People ask about time limit uk. The best approach is to deal with finances as early as you can, so you avoid uncertainty.
If you have been separated for a long time (including after 5 years separation), you may still need a financial order to achieve a proper clean break.
Will the court approve our agreement?
The judge must decide the terms are fair. We draft the paperwork in a way that helps the court understand your positions and why the agreement works.
Start your fixed-fee service
Fixed fee: £1,099 + court fees. You get a managed divorce process and a solicitor drafted consent order.
Court fees are paid separately to HMCTS (divorce fee £612; consent financial order by consent £60 – fees can change). Source: GOV.UK family court fees (EX50).
Important: This page is general information, not tailored legal advice. If you need advice on your specific circumstances (for example, complex assets, overseas issues, or a dispute), speak to a solicitor before you commit to terms. Online payment services are provided by our payment partner Divorce-Online.
