Courts consider contributions, future needs, and fairness in determining how assets and debts should be split.
Not necessarily. Many settlements are reached through negotiation or mediation, avoiding court.
Property includes real estate, savings, investments, vehicles, superannuation, and business interests acquired during the relationship.
Legal costs depend on whether the divorce is contested or uncontested. Your lawyer will provide a clear breakdown of expected costs upfront.
Australia follows a no-fault divorce system, meaning the only ground for divorce is the irretrievable breakdown of marriage, proven by at least 12 months of separation.
An uncontested divorce may take around 4 to 6 months, while contested cases can take longer.