Does a husband have to pay maintenance to his wife?

Does a husband have to pay maintenance to his wife?

Spousal maintenance is payable if there is a substantial difference in the incomes of the spouses at the date of separation. If a spouse is entitled to spousal maintenance, the spouse with the higher income must provide him or her with financial support.

How do I get a clean break?

To get a Clean Break Order for your divorce, all you need to do is ask a Divorce Lawyer to prepare the Clean Break Order and send it to the Court for approval.

How much does it cost to get a clean break order?

Most solicitors will charge over £1000+ VAT (£1200) to draft the clean break order paperwork; our fee is just £199 fixed fee and it covers both parties from start-to-finish. Our qualified family law solicitors will draft your order to your individual needs and file it with the courts for you.

Do I need a consent order to get divorced?

While a divorce order must be obtained through the court, there is no need for parenting and financial arrangements to be decided by a court, except where the former partners cannot agree.

What is the difference between a financial order and a consent order?

A financial order is the only way to ensure that any financial obligations between you and your ex are cut. There are two main financial orders – a consent order and a clean break order. Consent orders are for divorcing couples who have assets to divide and who want to make their Financial Settlement legally binding.

How long does a financial consent order take?

between 3 and 4 weeks