The basic steps to make an Application for Consent Orders for property settlement involve: Complete a personalised draft Property Settlement Consent Minutes of Order document setting out proposed orders that will be accepted by the Court. Complete an Application for Consent Orders form and fee exemption form if applicable. Sign and lodge your documents with […]
READ MORECan we divide Superannuation?
Yes. Parties can agree to divide superannuation as part of your property settlement. This is known as Superannuation Splitting. If one party agrees to transfer super to the other party it remains as superannuation and is not paid out as cash. Before applying for super splitting orders parties must value the super interest and provide […]
READ MOREWhat if we have already divided property?
You can apply for Property Settlement Consent Orders, even if you have already divided up property. Having consent orders in place will ensure the property settlement is legally binding and final. If you do not finalise your property settlement in a legally binding way either party could claim against the other for property settlement at […]
READ MOREDo I have to have a lawyer to apply for property settlement consent orders?
No. It is not a requirement that you hire a lawyer to make an application for property settlement consent orders.
READ MORECan I complete the property settlement application process myself?
Yes. Our online application process and Property Settlement eGuide make it straightforward to file your own application for property settlement. At eDivorce, we provide high quality legal documents and information to help you prepare and submit your application yourself, in an easy and affordable manner. It is important to have a clear understanding of your […]
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