Do you have to pay a court fee for an occupation order?

An Occupation Order has no court fee, so it is free to apply for one, however if you use a solicitor, you will need to pay their fees for helping with the application. What if the Occupation Order is broken?

How does an occupation order work in California?

An Occupation Order usually runs for a fixed period of time, quite often until financial proceedings have been resolved. Agreement can be reached whereby the Respondent may pay the mortgage and/or utilities secured upon the property until a certain date An Undertaking is a promise to the Court, as to future conduct, given by the Respondent.

What happens if I get an occupation order against my partner?

Act Now. Who will pay the bills for the home if I get an Occupation Order against my partner? The Occupation Order deals with who pays the rent or mortgage on the property, who maintains the property and any outgoings. The Order may also cover any other assets or debts.

How long does an occupation order usually last?

An occupation order is a court order which specifies who is and who is not able to live in the family home and/or who can enter the surrounding area. Normally, an occupation order will only last for a short period of time, usually around 6 months.

Can a cohabitee apply for an occupation order?

You will need to have/have had some sort of relationship with the respondent of the occupation order. For example, you may be married to the respondent or you may be engaged to the respondent. Cohabitees may also be able to apply for an occupation order. What will the courts consider when making their decision?

Can a spouse apply for an occupation order?

If you are married to the person who owns (or rents) the property and you are living in it, you may be able to apply for an occupation order. Equally, if your ex-spouse is the owner or tenant, you may be able to apply for this type of order. Who is the respondent?