Final order vs Financial order in divorce.

A Final order and a Financial order in divorce are two completely different legal documents that serve different purposes.

The Final Order is the legal document that officially ends a marriage, and deals with the divorce only.

A Financial order is a legally binding document that specifically deals with the division of assets, pensions, property, and financial obligations between divorcing couples. Once a Financial Order is made it provides protection against future financial claims.

The completion of a divorce by a Final Order does not automatically resolve financial matters between the divorcing parties. This must be handled separately either by reaching a mutual agreement, or a Judge deciding.