Property settlement lawyers help separating couples divide assets, debts and superannuation fairly.
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The court looks at the asset pool, each party's financial and non-financial contributions, future needs such as care of children and earning capacity, and whether the result is just and equitable. Superannuation can be split. Agreements can be made binding through consent orders or a financial agreement.
Why family property settlement matters
A property settlement determines who keeps the home, how super is divided and who carries debts. It is often the biggest financial decision of a person's life.
The Australian context
Courts follow a structured approach under the Family Law Act: identify the asset pool, assess contributions, consider future needs, and check the result is just and equitable. Superannuation can be split. Married couples have 12 months after divorce, and de facto couples two years after separation, to apply.
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Pialba, QLD · Wide Bay-Burnett
★★★★★★★★★★4.0(39)Google rating from 39 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
Hervey Bay Conveyancers provides conveyancing services in Pialba, QLD. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Property Settlement and Business & Commercial Law.
Property & Conveyancing+3 moreFamily Property Settlement · Business & Commercial Law · Partner & Family VisasFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Logan Central, QLD · Brisbane South & Logan
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Legal Aid Queensland - Mount Isa provides legal services in Logan Central, QLD. Listed practice areas include Business & Commercial Law, Wills & Estates and Family Law.
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Brisbane City, QLD · Brisbane CBD
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(33)Google rating from 33 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
Phillips Family Law provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Newtown, VIC · Geelong & Surf Coast
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Trapski Family Law provides legal services in Newtown, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Divorce & Separation.
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Williams Landing, VIC · Western Melbourne
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Trapski Family Law provides legal services in Williams Landing, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Divorce & Separation.
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Mango Hill, QLD · Brisbane North & Moreton Bay
★★★★★★★★★★4.4(32)Google rating from 32 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
Best Wilson Buckley Family Law provides legal services in Mango Hill, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
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Coffs Harbour, NSW · Mid North Coast
★★★★★★★★★★4.5(28)Google rating from 28 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
Bryant McKinnon Lawyers provides legal services in Coffs Harbour, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Wills & Estates.
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Petrie, QLD · Brisbane North & Moreton Bay
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Barton Family lawyers provides legal services in Petrie, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Redcliffe, QLD · Brisbane North & Moreton Bay
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Parker Family Law provides legal services in Redcliffe, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Mediation & Dispute Resolution and Divorce & Separation.
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Ipswich, QLD · Ipswich
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Best Wilson Buckley Family Law provides legal services in Ipswich, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
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Kenmore, QLD · Brisbane South & Logan
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Melrose Keys Lawyers provides legal services in Kenmore, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Binding Financial Agreements.
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Ulverstone, TAS · North West & West Coast
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FRIEND & EDWARDS LAWYERS provides legal services in Ulverstone, TAS. Listed practice areas include Wills & Estates, Property & Conveyancing and Family Law.
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Bella Vista, NSW · Hills District
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Tajik Lawyers Pty Ltd provides legal services in Bella Vista, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Wills & Estates and Property & Conveyancing.
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Morwell, VIC · Gippsland
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Taylor & Barnes Solicitors provides legal services in Morwell, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
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Myaree, WA · Perth South
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Combined Property Settlements Agency Pty Ltd provides conveyancing services in Myaree, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing and Family Property Settlement.
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Victoria Point, QLD · Brisbane South & Logan
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Hooper & Mill Family Lawyers provides legal services in Victoria Point, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
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Parramatta, NSW · Western Sydney
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Unified Lawyers provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Rouse Hill, NSW · Hills District
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Arcadian Legal provides legal services in Rouse Hill, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Divorce & Separation.
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Leeming, WA · Perth South
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Peter J Griffin & Co provides legal services in Leeming, WA. Listed practice areas include Notary Public & JP Services, Workers Compensation and Family Law.
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Rockingham, WA · Perth South
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Sterling Conveyancing & Settlement Services provides conveyancing services in Rockingham, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing and Family Property Settlement.
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Temora, NSW · Riverina & Murray
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Farrell Goode provides legal services in Temora, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Family Law.
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A useful assessment starts with the full financial picture, not only the family home. Explain ownership, liabilities and any business or trust interests so the lawyer can identify the information still needed.
Ask whether transfers, refinancing and tax advice are included or need separate professionals and budgets.
How the engagement may progress
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Explain the relationship history, current arrangements and outcome you want. Identify immediate concerns and provide every existing order or agreement.
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Discuss negotiation and family dispute resolution. Parenting applications generally involve prior dispute resolution unless an exception applies; ask the lawyer to assess the appropriate process.
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Ask how an agreement would be documented and implemented. Clarify who handles related transfers, finance and estate-planning work.
Fees and the scope of work
Ask for separate estimates for advice, negotiation, document preparation and court work. A fixed divorce-application fee does not necessarily cover parenting or financial disputes.
Ask for a written scope identifying the work you are authorising, the person responsible and when costs will be reviewed. If you only want advice on one step, say so before the firm begins wider work.
Dates to raise at first contact
Highlight court dates, proposed travel or relocation and any planned property sale. Ask which time limits apply to your particular issues rather than assuming there is one deadline for everything.
Questions to ask a family property settlement adviser
What valuations or further financial information are needed?
How would a proposed agreement be documented and implemented?
Will you handle parenting, property and divorce together or separately?
How will you communicate with me safely?
What would change the proposed approach or budget?
Directory guidance updated 19 September 2026. General information to help you prepare for a conversation with a professional; not advice about your individual matter. Check current requirements with the relevant authority.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is property always split 50/50?
No. There's no automatic equal split. Contributions and future needs often move the result one way or the other.
Can superannuation be divided?
Yes. Super is treated as property and can be split between separating spouses or de facto partners by agreement or court order.
Do I need a lawyer to get divorced?
Not always. A simple divorce application can be filed online without one. It's worth getting advice before you apply if you have children, shared property or superannuation, because divorce starts the clock on time limits for property claims.
How long do I have to settle property after separating?
Married couples generally have 12 months from the date the divorce becomes final. De facto couples generally have two years from separation. After that you need the court's permission, which is not guaranteed.
