What is a Statement of Information for a Consent Order?

A Statement of Information for a Consent Order, also known as a Form D81, is an important document in financial proceedings arising from divorce or dissolution. It is used to provide the court with a detailed summary of both parties’ financial situation when they are requesting a court to approve an agreed financial settlement contained in the consent order.

The statement is submitted with the proposed consent order and provides details of the practical effect of the financial agreement reached by the parties. This helps the Judge to make an informed decision as to whether the proposed financial agreement is fair.