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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Thompson Norrie Solicitors provides legal services in Heidelberg, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Divorce & Separation.
Family Law+7 moreParenting & Child Custody · Divorce & Separation · Property & Conveyancing · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Family Property Settlement · Building & Construction · Partner & Family VisasFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Wallace Perkins Family Law provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Mediation & Dispute Resolution.
Alpha Conveyancing and Settlement Solutions provides conveyancing services in Balcatta, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Property Settlement and Agribusiness & Rural Law.
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Alternative Dispute Resolution Services Pty Ltd provides legal services in Bardon, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Divorce & Separation.
Family Law+7 moreParenting & Child Custody · Divorce & Separation · Property & Conveyancing · Family Property Settlement · Wills & Estates · Probate & Estate Administration · Powers of Attorney & GuardianshipNo win, no feeThe firm mentions no win, no fee arrangements. Confirm terms in writing.
Andrew Douglas Solicitors provides legal services in Nambour, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
Family Law+7 moreDivorce & Separation · Parenting & Child Custody · Property & Conveyancing · Family Property Settlement · Binding Financial Agreements · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Business & Commercial LawFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
Anthony R Clarke & Associates provides legal services in Applecross, WA. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Family Property Settlement.
Avenue Conveyancing provides conveyancing services in Two Rocks, WA. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Property Settlement and Strata & Body Corporate.
Property & Conveyancing+6 moreFamily Property Settlement · Strata & Body Corporate · Agribusiness & Rural Law · Building & Construction · Business & Commercial Law · Domestic Violence & AVOs
Best Wilson Buckley Family Law provides legal services in Toowoomba City, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
Central Coast Property Advisory Services provides legal services in Terrigal, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Family Law and Family Property Settlement.
Property & Conveyancing+5 moreFamily Law · Family Property Settlement · Wills & Estates · Probate & Estate Administration · Strata & Body Corporate
Clementina Maione Solicitor provides legal services in Maylands, SA. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Property & Conveyancing.
Family Law+5 moreDivorce & Separation · Property & Conveyancing · Parenting & Child Custody · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Family Property Settlement2 languagesLanguages mentioned on the firm’s website: italian
Conley Pickering Pendleton provides legal services in Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Property & Conveyancing.
Family Law+5 moreParenting & Child Custody · Property & Conveyancing · Family Property Settlement · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Binding Financial Agreements2 languagesLanguages mentioned on the firm’s website: mandarin
Divorce Hub Brisbane provides legal services in Milton, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
Family Law Gold Coast provides legal services in Tweed Heads, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Family Property Settlement and Property & Conveyancing.
Family Law Gold Coast provides legal services in Varsity Lakes, QLD. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Family Property Settlement and Property & Conveyancing.
Farrell Goode provides legal services in West Wyalong, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Family Law.
Property & Conveyancing+7 moreBusiness & Commercial Law · Family Law · Agribusiness & Rural Law · Partner & Family Visas · Wills & Estates · Divorce & Separation · Family Property Settlement
Farrell Goode provides legal services in Cootamundra, NSW. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law and Family Law.
Property & Conveyancing+7 moreBusiness & Commercial Law · Family Law · Agribusiness & Rural Law · Partner & Family Visas · Wills & Estates · Divorce & Separation · Family Property Settlement
Franklin Legal Barristers and Solicitors provides legal services in Adelaide, SA. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Property & Conveyancing and Family Property Settlement.
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Gibson John F. Solicitor provides legal services in Byron Bay, 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.Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
North Sydney, NSW · Sydney North Shore & Northern Beaches
Gloria Family Law provides legal services in North Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody and Property & Conveyancing.
Family Law+7 moreParenting & Child Custody · Property & Conveyancing · Divorce & Separation · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Family Property Settlement · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Binding Financial Agreements3 languagesLanguages mentioned on the firm’s website: mandarin, cantonese
Hargraves provides legal services in Cobram, VIC. Listed practice areas include Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
Hercules Constan provides legal services in Melbourne, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
Family Law+7 moreDivorce & Separation · Parenting & Child Custody · Binding Financial Agreements · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Property & Conveyancing · Family Property Settlement · Mediation & Dispute Resolution2 languagesLanguages mentioned on the firm’s website: italian
Holden Barlow provides legal services in Perth, WA. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Divorce & Separation and Parenting & Child Custody.
Family Law+6 moreDivorce & Separation · Parenting & Child Custody · Property & Conveyancing · Family Property Settlement · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Commercial LitigationFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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.
