Important Deadlines
Property Settlement: 12 Months
Once your divorce is final, you have 12 months to apply to the court for property orders. After this, you need the court's permission (which isn't always granted).
Don't wait until the last minute. Start property discussions before or immediately after divorce.
Superannuation
Super splitting must be part of your property settlement. The same 12-month deadline applies.
Updating Your Records
Government
- Medicare: Update your details
Financial
- Bank accounts (remove ex-spouse if joint)
Legal
- Will (update urgently - your ex may still inherit!)
Personal
- Passport (if changing name)
Changing Your Name
Options
- Revert to maiden name
Process
For most purposes, your divorce certificate and birth certificate are sufficient. No need for a formal name change application.
Documents to Update
If changing name:
Emotional Next Steps
Give Yourself Time
Divorce is a significant life event. Allow yourself to grieve and adjust.
Professional Support
Consider:
For Children
- Maintain routines
Moving Forward
- Set new personal goals