Advice and Support Through Separation & Divorce

Ending a relationship can be emotionally and financially challenging for families. Our family law team provides clear, practical advice so you understand your rights and the steps involved, and we help you reach workable arrangements about children, property and finances.

• Divorce applications – We prepare and lodge your divorce application, check that you meet the 12‑month separation requirement and ensure the paperwork is correctly completed and served. Where a court appearance is needed, we explain what to expect and can represent you at the hearing.

• Annulments – We explain the limited legal grounds for an annulment and how it differs from divorce and advise whether an annulment is available in your circumstances. If appropriate, we assist you in preparing and filing an application to have a marriage declared legally void.

• De facto separation – We advise separating de facto couples about their rights under Australian family law, including how property, superannuation and finances may be divided and whether spousal maintenance is an issue. Our team helps you negotiate and document a fair financial settlement and, where relevant, resolve parenting arrangements for children of the relationship.