From agreement to court orders in 4 simple steps

The consent orders process is structured and predictable, typically taking 3–4 weeks from start to finish. Here's exactly what happens at each stage.

Step 1 · 2 minutes

Check if you qualify

Answer a few quick questions to confirm consent orders are right for your situation. No sign-up required — just honest answers about where you're at.

• Covers relationship status, agreement readiness, and safety
• Instant result — no waiting
• If consent orders aren't right for you, we'll explain why and suggest alternatives

Step 2 · 30–45 minutes

Tell your story once, properly

Our guided questionnaire covers everything the court needs — assets, property, super, parenting, and your agreed arrangements. One comprehensive session, done from your couch.

• Adapts to your situation — no children means no parenting questions
• Save progress anytime and come back when you're ready
• Plain English throughout — no legal jargon
• Covers personal details, assets, debts, super, and your agreed split

Step 3 · Video call

30 minutes with your lawyer

Your dedicated family lawyer prepares your formal consent orders, then reviews everything with you line by line on a video call. They'll flag anything the court might question and answer your questions.

• Documents prepared by qualified Australian family lawyers
• Review every clause — understand what you're signing
• Both parties can attend together or have separate consultations
• Print, sign, and have witnessed at home — we guide you through it

Step 4 · 2–3 weeks

We file it. You track it.

We lodge your application with the Federal Circuit and Family Court and handle all communications. A judge reviews on the papers — no court appearance needed. Track progress like tracking a delivery.

• Filed with the FCFCOA electronically
• Judge reviews 'on the papers' — you never attend court
• Real-time status updates from filing to sealed orders
• Post-approval, we help with super fund letters and property transfers