Agreed on property or parenting? Make it legally binding.
An informal agreement can be hard to enforce. We prepare consent orders that set out your agreement clearly and file them with the court, so you can move on with certainty.
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Consent orders at Asher Freeman Lawyers
Asher Freeman Lawyers prepares consent orders for separated couples across Victoria who have reached agreement about property, parenting or both. Consent orders are made by the court without a hearing and are legally binding, unlike a parenting plan or an informal agreement.
What we do
Checking the agreement
Making sure it covers everything and is likely to be approved.
Drafting the orders
Clear, workable orders for property, parenting or both.
Superannuation
Including super splitting orders where needed.
Filing with the court
Preparing and filing the application, and dealing with court queries.
Advice for one or both
We act for one party; the other should get their own advice.
Changes later
Advice if circumstances change after orders are made.
Three simple steps
Meet with us online, or in person at our Chadstone office (by prior appointment).
Tell us what you agreed
Share the terms and the key financial or parenting details.
We draft the orders
We prepare the orders and the application.
We file and follow up
We file with the court and handle any requests until orders are made.
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Consent orders: frequently asked questions
Do we have to go to court for consent orders?
No. Consent orders are applied for in writing, and the court can make them without a hearing.
Are consent orders legally binding?
Yes. Once made, they are court orders and can be enforced.
What is the difference from a parenting plan?
A parenting plan is a written agreement between parents but is not legally enforceable. Consent orders are.
Do we need mediation first?
A family dispute resolution certificate is generally not needed for consent orders, because you have already agreed.
Can the court refuse our orders?
Yes. The court must be satisfied the orders are just and equitable for property, or in the children’s best interests for parenting. We draft them with that in mind.
Sources: FCFCOA: reaching agreement about children · FCFCOA: compulsory family dispute resolution. Last reviewed October 2026. This page provides general information only and is not legal advice. Contact us for advice about your situation.
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Dividing property, debts and super after separation, within the time limits.
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Where children live and time with each parent, agreed or decided by the court.
Learn moreBinding financial agreements
Prenups and agreements before, during or after a relationship.
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Learn moreReached an agreement?
Talk to us about turning it into binding consent orders.
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