Family Law — Separation, BFA & Divorce
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Family law matters are often emotionally challenging. At Lawmax, we provide clear, compassionate advice focused on achieving practical outcomes that protect your interests and help you move forward.
- Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs) – Pre-nuptial, during-relationship and separation financial agreements to protect your assets
- Consent Orders – Formalising property settlements and financial arrangements by consent through the Family Court
- Property Settlements – Negotiating fair division of assets following separation or divorce
- De Facto Relationship Agreements – Legal agreements for couples in de facto relationships
Binding Financial Agreements
A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a legal document that sets out how assets and financial resources will be divided if a relationship breaks down. BFAs can be made before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship.
Having a BFA in place provides certainty and can significantly reduce the cost and stress of a property settlement if the relationship ends.
Consent Orders
Consent orders are legally binding orders made by the Family Court when both parties agree on the terms of their property settlement. They provide certainty and enforceability, giving both parties confidence that the agreed arrangements will be followed.
Important Information
For family law matters involving complex disputes, court appearances, or matters relating to children, we work with our network of specialist family law consultants to ensure you receive the best possible representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
A BFA is a private agreement between the parties that does not require court approval. Consent orders are approved and made by the Family Court, giving them the force of a court order. Both are legally binding, but consent orders are generally considered more enforceable.
Yes. For a BFA to be valid, each party must receive independent legal advice from a separate solicitor. The solicitor must sign a certificate confirming they provided advice about the effect of the agreement on the party's rights and the advantages and disadvantages of making the agreement.
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. It is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible to protect your rights.
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