Commercial Acumen
We understand complex financial structures including where there are trusts, companies, and businesses, ensuring no asset is overlooked.
Property & Finances
Expert guidance through property division and financial settlements with skilled negotiation and litigation support.
Securing Your Financial Future
Separating your finances is about more than just dividing bank accounts. It is about securing your independence and future stability. We provide forensic precision in identifying assets and strategic advocacy in negotiations. From the family home to complex business structures and superannuation, we ensure you receive your fair entitlement.
Fair Outcomes
We provide realistic advice on what a court would likely award, discouraging you from accepting too little or chasing unrealistic goals.
Finality
We work to achieve settlements that are legally finalised to prevent future claims against your wealth or estate.
What’s included in our Property & Finances
Asset Division
Negotiating the split of real estate, cash, vehicles, and personal property based on contributions and future needs.
Superannuation Splitting
A distinct legal process to value and divide superannuation funds, which are often a couple’s second largest asset.
Spousal Maintenance
Assessing eligibility for financial support where one party cannot support themselves adequately after separation.
Debt & Liabilities
Untangling joint debts, mortgages, and personal loans to ensure you are not unfairly burdened with your partner's liabilities.
Frequently asked questions
Every family is unique, and so are the questions that arise during times of change. Here are some of the most common concerns people ask when navigating Property & Finances-related legal issues.
Is everything split 50/50?
No. The law looks at financial contributions (earnings, inheritance), non-financial contributions (homemaking, parenting), and “future needs” (age, health, care of children). The outcome varies for every couple.
My partner owns the business. Do I get a share?
A business built or grown during the relationship is considered part of the asset pool. We can employ independent valuers to ensure the business is valued correctly.
Is there a time limit for property settlement?
Yes, but the court may give “leave” to consider applications filed out of time. For married couples, you have 12 months from the date your divorce becomes final. For de facto couples, you have 2 years from the date of separation