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Property Settlement Agreements: How to Formalise Your Agreement After Separation
Reached an agreement about property after separation? Learn how property settlements can be formalised through Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement.
Consent Orders in Family Law: What You Need to Know
Consent Orders can make agreed parenting, property and financial arrangements legally binding. Learn how they work, what they can cover and how to apply.
When the Cost of Living Makes It Harder to Leave
Australia’s cost-of-living and housing pressures can make separation even more difficult, particularly for people experiencing domestic or family violence. This article explores how financial insecurity can create barriers to leaving a relationship and outlines the support available to help people move forward safely.
Divorce and Property: What Brisbane Residents Need to Know
Many people assume divorce automatically resolves property matters. Learn why divorce and property settlement are separate legal processes and why the distinction matters.
Child Custody Lawyer Guide: Relocating With Children After Separation
Thinking about relocating with your child after separation? Learn how Australian courts assess relocation disputes, what factors are considered, and when to seek advice from a child custody lawyer.
Property Settlements 101: How Property Is Divided After Separation
Not sure how property is divided after separation? This guide explains the key steps in a property settlement—and even answers who gets the family pet.
Consent Orders vs Financial Agreements: Why Properly Documenting Your Property Settlement Matters
Reaching agreement on a property settlement is only the first step. Without Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement, you may remain exposed to future financial claims. This article explains the risks of informal agreements and why properly documenting your settlement provides certainty and finality after separation.
Why January Gets Branded “Divorce Season” (and What That Means in Australia)
Why January is often labelled “divorce season” in Australia — and what the law actually requires. Kelli Martin explains the legal realities, time limits, and practical steps to take if separation decisions arise after the holiday period.
Do I Need a Family Solicitor in Brisbane, QLD?
Separation can raise complex legal questions, particularly around property, parenting, and financial arrangements. This article explains when engaging a family solicitor in Brisbane may help, and how early legal advice can provide clarity, protect your rights, and support practical outcomes during a difficult time.
Divorce in Brisbane: What to Expect and How a Family Lawyer Can Help
Divorce and separation can be overwhelming, especially when financial, parenting, and legal decisions collide. This article explains what divorce involves in Australia, common issues that arise, and how early family law advice can help reduce stress and uncertainty.