What happens if we get back together for a brief period?
An application for divorce requires that you have been separated for at least 12 months. You must be able to provide proof that you have been separated for 12 months....
Read MoreHow long do you have to be separated before divorce?
In Australia, we have a ‘no fault’ divorce system. This means the behaviour of parties in the lead-up to divorce is not relevant. The only thing that matters is that...
Read MoreHow long does it take to get a divorce?
The divorce process typically takes a minimum of four months from the application date to the issuance of the divorce order. However, complications, such as difficulty serving documents to your...
Read MoreDo I need to get a divorce?
That’s a personal matter, but we recommend you bear in mind these three important points:
Read MoreDo I need a property settlement lawyer?
You are not required to hire a lawyer to divide your assets after separation unless these financial matters are settled through a binding financial agreement. In this case, both parties...
Read MoreHow long after separation can you do property settlement?
As there are time limits for property settlement applications, you must apply within 12 months of a divorce order or two years of the date of de facto separation.
Read MoreHow long does a property settlement take?
The duration of your property settlement will depend on various factors. Cases with few assets to divide typically take less time, whereas more complex cases may last considerably longer. At...
Read MoreCan I get a divorce before the property settlement?
Yes. However, while it is possible to get a divorce before the property settlement, it is important to understand that terminating a marriage does not prevent either party from seeking...
Read MoreCan a property settlement agreement be changed?
Yes, a property settlement agreement can be changed or revoked in limited circumstances. You may request the Court to set aside or vary a property order if: Even if one...
Read MoreWhat must you show to be eligible for spousal maintenance?
In some cases, one spouse may be entitled to spousal maintenance. To be eligible for spousal maintenance you need to show: If you were married and are now divorced you...
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