Australian Family Law Blog

Featured Articles

Complete Guide to Divorce in Australia 2025

Everything you need to know about getting divorced in Australia. From the 12-month separation period to filing fees, court process, and what happens after.

15 Dec 202415 min

Property Settlement

Section 79 Property Settlement Explained

Understanding the four-step process courts use to divide property in Australia. Contributions, future needs, and what "just and equitable" really means.

12 Dec 202412 min

FDR & Mediation

FDR: What to Expect at Your First Session

Walking into Family Dispute Resolution for the first time can be daunting. Here's what actually happens and how to prepare for the best outcome.

10 Dec 20248 min

Recent Articles

Child Support

Child Support Formula: 2025 Changes You Need to Know

Services Australia has updated the child support formula for 2025. Here's how the new self-support amount and cost tables affect your payments.

20 Dec 20246 min

Child Support

Child Support Assessment: How It Works

A complete breakdown of how Services Australia calculates child support. Income, care percentage, and the formula explained.

19 Dec 20248 min

Superannuation

Superannuation Splitting: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to split super in divorce. From flagging orders to splitting orders, and the forms you need to complete.

18 Dec 202410 min

De Facto

De Facto Separation: Know Your Rights

De facto couples have similar rights to married couples under the Family Law Act. Here's what you need to know about property and parenting.

16 Dec 20249 min

Divorce Process

Filing a Divorce Application: Step by Step

A detailed walkthrough of the divorce application process. From gathering documents to filing online and what to expect at the hearing.

14 Dec 202410 min

Parenting

Parenting Plan vs Consent Orders: Which Do You Need?

Understanding the difference between a parenting plan and consent orders, and when to use each option for your family.

14 Dec 20247 min