Financial Remedy Solicitors

Clear advice on financial remedy orders & proceedings in West Sussex

Sorting out finances after a divorce or separation can feel daunting.

Whether you need a financial remedy order to formalise an agreement or representation in financial remedy proceedings, our experienced family law solicitors will guide you every step of the way.

We’ll explain your options in plain English, protect your interests, and help you move forward with confidence.

Call us on 01903 229 999 (Worthing) or 01243 800 777 (Chichester) to arrange an initial conversation with our Family Law team.

What Is A Financial Remedy Order?

A financial remedy order is a legally binding decision made by the court about how your finances will be divided after divorce, dissolution, or separation.

These orders give clarity, security, and prevent future disputes.

They can cover:

• Property – including whether one party will stay in the family home, or if it will be sold and the proceeds shared.
• Savings and investments – such as bank accounts, ISAs, and shares, ensuring they are divided fairly.
• Pensions – often one of the largest assets in a marriage after the family home, pensions can be shared, offset, or divided to provide a balanced retirement outcome.
• Maintenance – setting out spousal maintenance or child maintenance payments to provide ongoing financial support where needed.
• Debts and liabilities – deciding responsibility for mortgages, loans, or credit cards so both parties know where they stand.

By dealing with each of these areas clearly, a financial remedy order ensures both you and your ex-partner can move forward with certainty.

What Are Financial Remedy Proceedings?

If you and your ex-partner cannot agree on financial matters between yourselves, you may need to apply to the family court for financial remedy proceedings. This process involves:

1. Application to the court – usually made during or after divorce or dissolution. This requests that the court intervene to resolve financial matters.

2. Financial disclosure – both parties must provide honest and complete details of their income, property, savings, pensions, and debts, so the full picture is clear.

3. Court hearings – there are usually three stages:

• First Appointment: The court identifies the issues and any further information required.
• Financial Dispute Resolution (FDR) hearing: a judge helps both parties negotiate and encourages settlement.
• Final Hearing: if agreement still isn’t reached, a judge makes a binding decision.

4. Final order – once agreement is reached or decided, the court issues a financial remedy order, which is legally enforceable.

We’ll support you at every stage, ensuring your case is properly prepared and that your interests are represented firmly but fairly.

How Bennett Griffin Can Help

Our team of financial remedy solicitors in Worthing and Chichester combine legal expertise with a supportive approach. We can:

• Advise on your rights – providing you with a clear picture of what a fair outcome looks like based on your specific situation.
• Help you negotiate – working towards an agreement outside court, wherever possible, to reduce time, cost, and conflict.
• Represent you in court – if proceedings are necessary, we’ll prepare your case thoroughly and guide you through each hearing.
• Ensure fair disclosure – making sure all assets are disclosed so nothing is hidden.
• Draft and secure orders – creating agreements that are legally binding and safeguard your financial future.

We always focus on reducing stress and giving you practical, proportionate advice tailored to your needs.

Why Choose Bennett Griffin In West Sussex?

With offices in Worthing and Chichester, we provide accessible, face-to-face support to clients across West Sussex.

Many people choose us not only for our strong reputation in the local community, but also for the way we work: approachable, clear, and always focused on your best interests.

When you come to us for help with financial remedies, you’ll benefit from:

• Decades of experience in resolving financial disputes after separation or divorce.
• Clear, practical advice explained without legal jargon.
• A proven track record of achieving fair outcomes efficiently, whether through negotiation or court proceedings.
• Local, approachable teams who understand the issues facing families in West Sussex.
• Transparent costs and flexible payment options, so you know what to expect from the start.

Contact Bennett Griffin

If you’re dealing with financial matters after divorce or separation, you don’t have to face them alone.

Our dedicated family law team will take the time to understand your situation and provide you with clear, practical advice on your options for a financial remedy order or financial remedy proceedings.

Call our Worthing office on 01903 229 999 or our Chichester branch on 01243 800 777.

Alternatively, email info@bennett-griffin.co.uk or complete an online form below and one of our friendly solicitors will be in touch promptly.

Financial Remedy Orders FAQs

What is the difference between a financial remedy order and a clean break order?

A clean break order is a type of financial remedy order that ends financial ties between you and your ex-partner. It prevents future claims, giving both of you financial independence, and a clean break provision is usually advisable, whether there are assets to be divided or not

Do I always need to go to court for a financial remedy order?

Not necessarily. If you and your ex-partner agree on financial arrangements, we can draft a consent order. Once approved by the court, it becomes legally binding without the need for a hearing. Even where a court application is issued, negotiations will continue and there will usually be no need to attend a hearing if an agreement is reached prior to the date of the first hearing.

How long do financial remedy proceedings take?

Timeframes vary depending on complexity and whether an agreement can be reached. Simple cases may be resolved within a few months, while more complex disputes can take longer, often between 12 and 18 months, if a final hearing is required.

Can financial remedy orders cover pensions?

Yes. Pensions are often significant assets and should not be ignored in financial settlements. A financial remedy order can include pension sharing or offsetting to ensure both parties are provided for in retirement, and to ensure that the whole asset pot is shared fairly

Why is legal advice important for financial remedy proceedings?

Independent advice ensures your settlement is fair, realistic, and legally enforceable. Without advice, you risk agreeing terms that could harm your long-term financial security.