Consent Order Melbourne
Consent Order
At Alpine Legal, we help clients reach legally binding agreements without going to court. If you and your former partner have agreed on parenting or property matters, we can help you formalise that agreement through consent orders.
Consent orders provide peace of mind by making your agreement enforceable under family law. They are a cost-effective, court-approved alternative to drawn-out legal proceedings.
What Are Consent Orders?
Consent orders are written agreements that are approved by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. They cover parenting arrangements, financial settlements, or both.
Once made, they carry the same legal weight as a court order made after a hearing—without the stress, time, or expense of going to trial.
We regularly assist clients with consent orders involving:
Parenting arrangements (such as where children live, how time is shared, and decision-making responsibilities)
Property division and asset settlements
Spousal maintenance
Superannuation splits
Why Use Consent Orders?
Consent orders offer a number of advantages:
They make your agreement legally binding and enforceable
They provide certainty and help prevent future disputes
They protect both parties, especially when property or children are involved
In many cases, they help avoid the need to attend court
Even if your separation has been amicable, it's important to protect your agreement in writing—especially when property, parenting or financial matters are involved.
How We Help
At Alpine Legal, we:
Draft or review your consent orders
Advise you on whether the agreement is fair and legally sound
Prepare supporting documents, including the required Application for Consent Orders
File everything with the Family Court on your behalf
Help you update any related documents (such as superannuation nominations or wills)
We aim to keep the process smooth, efficient, and respectful.
Helping Clients Across Mont Albert, Balwyn, Doncaster, Surrey Hills, and surrounding areas
Alpine Legal is based in Mont Albert, and we proudly assist clients in surrounding suburbs, including Balwyn, Doncaster, Kew, Mont Albert North, Camberwell, Templestowe, and Surrey Hills. Whether you need legal support for family law, property settlements, wills and estates, or more, our compassionate team is here to help guide you through every step.