What is a Clean Break Order

A clean break order is a legally binding agreement formally ending the financial ties between divorcing spouses. It allows both parties to move forward independently, without future claims on each other’s income, savings, pensions, or assets. A clean break financial order can provide clarity and certainty for the future if you want a fresh start.

At T G Baynes, our experienced clean break order solicitors help clients across Bexleyheath, Dartford and Orpington secure financial independence after divorce. Whether you have already agreed on the terms of your separation or are negotiating a financial settlement, we will ensure that your order accurately reflects your agreement and provides long-term protection.

We understand the importance of moving on from divorce without uncertainty hanging over your finances. Our skilled divorce team will draft and submit the appropriate documents to the court and guide you through every step, ensuring that your clean break divorce is properly finalised with the legal protections you need.

Contact our clean break order solicitors in Dartford, Bexleyheath and Orpington

Don’t hesitate to secure your financial future following a divorce. Speak to our expert clean break order solicitors in Dartford, Bexleyheath, or Orpington by calling 020 8301 7777 or filling in our online enquiry form.

Our clean break order solicitors’ fees

We believe that finalising your divorce and clean break order shouldn’t be financially overwhelming, so we offer clear, competitive pricing.

In matters where negotiations are ongoing or a clean break financial order is contested, we’ll explain our hourly rates upfront and estimate the overall cost. We’ll also ensure that you understand any court fees involved and what steps are necessary to secure a final order.

Whatever your situation, our financial provisions within divorce solicitors will keep you fully informed about costs at every stage so that you can make confident, informed decisions about your future.

Why work with our family law solicitors?

Reaching a financial agreement during divorce is often one of the most sensitive and important stages of the process. Even when both parties agree to a clean break, it’s crucial that the arrangement is properly documented and approved by the court to protect yourself in the future.

At T G Baynes, our family law team can provide:

• Specialist expertise in clean break divorce matters
• Legal precision with a supportive, understanding approach
• Step by step advice on clean break consent orders, ensuring that both immediate and long-term financial interests are protected
• Guidance on whether a clean break is appropriate
• Help drafting the required paperwork and dealing with any negotiations or applications as needed

Our team is committed to helping you move forward with clarity and peace of mind, knowing that your financial separation is legally complete.

Our clean break order services

Expert legal advice tailored to your divorce and finances

Every divorce is different and should be treated with the respect it deserves. Our clean break order solicitors will begin by listening to your circumstances and reviewing any financial agreement you’ve already reached. We’ll help you understand your rights and obligations, assess whether a clean break order is the best option, and advise on any risks or future implications.

Whether your divorce involves simple asset division or more complex arrangements such as pensions, inheritance or business interests, we will tailor our advice to protect your position and ensure you’re protected moving forward.

Drafting and submission of your clean break order to court

Once a financial agreement is reached, we’ll prepare the relevant court documents, including the draft clean break consent order and the supporting statement of information. These documents outline the terms of the agreement and demonstrate to the court that both parties understand and accept the arrangement.

We’ll ensure the language is clear, enforceable, and appropriate for your situation, avoiding ambiguity or future misunderstandings. We will then submit the application to the Family Court on your behalf for approval by a judge, meaning you don’t need to worry about entering court proceedings by yourself.

Reviewing your clean break order documents

If you have already agreed to a clean break divorce with your former spouse and are seeking legal support to formalise it, we can review any draft order before it is submitted to the court. Our team will check that the proposed terms are fair, lawful, and in your best interests.

This service is especially useful if you’ve used mediation or reached an agreement directly and want to be sure your clean break financial order is watertight. We’ll also advise on whether any additional safeguards, such as pension sharing or delayed financial clauses, should be considered.

Court representation

While many clean break orders are granted without a hearing, some cases do require court involvement, particularly where there is disagreement or further information is needed. If your matter goes before a judge, we can represent you at the hearing and present your position clearly and effectively.

We also assist clients where a clean break order forms part of a wider divorce financial settlement or is linked to ongoing child maintenance, property transfers or spousal support. Whatever the situation, our solicitors will advocate for your interests and ensure your voice is heard.

Clean break order FAQs

What is a clean break order?

A clean break order is a financial agreement approved by the court that ends the financial relationship between two former spouses after divorce. Once granted, neither party can make future financial claims against the other, such as for property, income, pensions or inheritance. It ensures that both individuals can move on with financial independence and no ongoing obligations beyond what is set out in the order.

When is a clean break order typically granted?

Clean break orders are usually granted when both spouses are financially self-sufficient or have reached a fair agreement to divide their assets. They are common in shorter marriages where there are no children or financial dependencies, but they can also be used in longer marriages if both parties are capable of moving forward independently.

In cases where ongoing maintenance payments are needed, the court may delay a full clean break until those obligations are complete. In such cases, the clean break element can still be incorporated at a later date.

What are the benefits of a clean break order?

The main advantage is certainty. Once a clean break order is approved by the court, both parties know where they stand financially and can begin planning for the future without risk of further claims. It provides closure, simplifies post-divorce arrangements, and helps reduce the emotional and financial strain of ongoing entanglement.

It also protects any future assets, such as inheritances, business ventures or property purchases, from being brought into a new claim. A clean break order example might be a spouse agreeing to receive a lump sum now in exchange for no future claims on a pension or income.

Are there any disadvantages to a clean break order?

A clean break order may not be appropriate in every situation. For example, where one spouse has been financially dependent on the other, or where children are involved, ongoing financial support or deferred provisions will be needed.

If one party’s circumstances change significantly after the divorce, such as receiving a large inheritance or becoming unwell, a clean break may limit their ability to seek financial help.

Do I need a solicitor to get a clean break order?

Although it is possible to draft and submit a clean break order without legal assistance, it is strongly recommended to work with a solicitor. The court will only approve a clean break financial order if it believes the agreement is fair and meets legal standards.

Contact our clean break order solicitors in Dartford, Bexleyheath and Orpington

Don’t hesitate to secure your financial future following a divorce. Speak to our expert clean break order solicitors in Dartford, Bexleyheath, or Orpington by calling 020 8301 7777 or filling in our online enquiry form.