Consent Order Dispute Resolution

Summary

Consent orders are legally binding and require court approval for changes. If financial circumstances have changed, courts may consider this for variation. Consulting a family law attorney can provide guidance on challenging the order, especially if your ex-husband is not honoring the pension agreement.

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My ex-husband and I have been separated for 15 years. We signed a consent order where it was agreed that I would pay half the school fees and get *% of his pension in the UK. My financial circumstances made it impossible for me to ever afford paying half the school fees. This should never have been agreed. In the consent orders. We are still married and I have lived in his house at the same time to care for our daughter week on week off for most of her life. I own a house an hour and a half away from here and I’ve travelled back-and-forth For much of this time. Last night he said he would not be honouring the *% of his pension as I didn’t pay the school fees do I have a case to answer?
****, you might have grounds for challenging the consent order due to changes in your financial circumstances. Here are some points to consider:
- Consent Orders: They're legally binding and can be varied only with court approval.
- Financial Hardship: Courts may consider changes in financial situations.
- Legal Advice: Consulting a lawyer could help in navigating this issue.
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