A step by step guide to obtaining a separation agreement
A separation agreement (known as a binding financial agreement (or BFA) under the Family Law Act) is a legally binding document that formalises your property settlement.
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How is property divided after separation in Australia?
It's important to understand how your respective property, including any assets, debts, and super, are divided in a property settlement.
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Am I in a de facto relationship?
If you are in a de facto relationship, you may need to consider legal issues relating to family law, wills and estate planning and social security law.
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Post-Separation Earnings Are Included in a Property Settlement – So don’t delay!
This article is an important reminder that property settlements take into consideration the contributions of the parties post-separation. Such contributions do not cease at the date of separation.
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Divorce and Superannuation… what can you do?
Superannuation is treated as property capable of being divided for the purpose of a property settlement. However, it won't necessarily be split 50/50.
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What is a Family Report in Parenting Proceedings?
A Family Report is a piece of evidence that the Court considers when making decisions about your children, their living arrangements and what is in their best interests.
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What is Parental Responsibility and who has it?
The parent of a child has parental responsibility for that child regardless of whether the parents have separated or remain in a relationship.
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Can you throw out your ex’s possessions?
While you very well may want to, do not burn or throw out your ex's belongings without doing any of these things.
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Lottery Winnings & Property Settlements – Who gets the winnings?
If you win a lottery, are the lottery winnings an asset that the Family Court should adjust between you and your spouse post separation? The answer is generally “yes”...
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Common questions asked about property settlements after separation
Deciding to separate is an important decision. Claire Aumuller answers some common questions regarding property settlements.
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