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During divorce proceedings there will often be negotiations concerning a settlement in terms of assets, including property, pensions, savings and investments and income.  A common mistake that parties make during this process is not to obtain a Consent Order.  They sometimes consider that a verbal agreement or an agreement in writing is sufficient.  This is not the case.  Once an agreement has been reached, it is vitally important that it is drafted into a Consent Order.  A Consent Order is important as once it has been approved by the court, it is binding upon the parties.  This means that it is legally enforceable, if one party does not adhere to any of the terms.