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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Kate Austin Family Lawyers provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Property & Conveyancing.
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Robbins Conveyancing provides conveyancing services in NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates and Probate & Estate Administration.
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Shellie Graham Conveyancing provides conveyancing services in Howlong, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Strata & Body Corporate and Agribusiness & Rural Law.
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Shellie Graham Conveyancing provides conveyancing services in East Albury, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Strata & Body Corporate and Agribusiness & Rural Law.
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Shellie Graham Conveyancing provides conveyancing services in Albury, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Strata & Body Corporate and Agribusiness & Rural Law.
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Cudmore Legal Family Lawyers Brisbane Co provides legal services in Aspley, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Divorce & Separation.
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O'Shea & Dyer Solicitors Townsville provides legal services in Townsville, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Wills & Estates and Personal Injury.
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ABA Family Lawyers provides legal services in North Lakes, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Hartley Family Law Services provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
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Just Family Law - Family Lawyers Dandenong provides legal services in Dandenong, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Divorce & Separation.
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Mint Settlements provides legal services in Perth Cbd, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Strata & Body Corporate and Family Property Settlement.
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Simonidis Steel provides legal services in Brisbane Cbd, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Property & Conveyancing.
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Wilsons - The Family Lawyers provides legal services in Toowoomba City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Divorce & Separation.
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Bruce Dulley Family Lawyers provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Binding Financial Agreements.
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Settlement Talk provides conveyancing services in Fremantle, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Property Settlement and Licensed Conveyancing (non-lawyer).
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KLM Solicitors Brisbane City provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
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KLM Solicitors Brisbane City provides legal services in Aspley, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
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Gibson John F. Solicitor provides legal services in Lismore, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Parenting & Child Custody.
Family Law+7 moreProperty & Conveyancing · Parenting & Child Custody · Business & Commercial Law · Building & Construction · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Personal Injury · Family Property SettlementNo win, no feeThe firm mentions no win, no fee arrangements. Confirm terms in writing.
North Sydney, NSW · Sydney North Shore & Northern Beaches
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Dorter Family Lawyers & Mediators provides legal services in North Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Arora Legal Family Lawyers & Mediators provides legal services in Greenslopes, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Mediation & Dispute Resolution and Parenting & Child Custody.
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Vietnam Veterans-Illawarra (Sub Branch) provides legal services in Wollongong, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Family Property Settlement.
Brookvale, NSW · Sydney North Shore & Northern Beaches
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Reid Family Lawyers provides legal services in Brookvale, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Mediation & Dispute Resolution and Property & Conveyancing.
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Understand the next step
A practical guide to family property settlement
What to discuss at the first meeting
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.
