Separation Legal Services
Legal Insights and Services in Capalaba
Separation occurs when either one person or both people in a relationship decide to separate, even if you are still living together. Although you do not need to apply for a separation, there are important matters that need to be considered following separation, such as:
- Determine how joint bank accounts, property and assets will be dealt with;
- Update relevant organisations (including Medicare, Centrelink, Department of Human Services, bank and insurance companies); and
- If children are involved, make proper parenting arrangements.
It is important to engage a separation lawyer that understands family law to protect your present and future interests.
To ensure your decisions are well informed and consider your specific needs and circumstances, contact BWJ Law and speak with one of our separation solicitors in Brisbane to be guided through the process.
Fill out our enquiry form or call (07) 3390 2344.
Frequently Asked Questions
Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by one person in a relationship to their former ex-partner if certain jurisdictional requirements are met. A legal or de facto spouse may seek spousal maintenance under the Family Law Act after separation. If the spouses’ incomes are significantly different at the time of separation, and a spouse is entitled to spousal maintenance, the spouse with the higher income must financially maintain their ex-spouse. This may be paid in instalments or as a lump payment, depending on the conditions.
To know more about spousal maintenance, we encourage you to contact us. We have family law solicitors near you, ready to help.
If you leave the family home, you will maintain your rights to the house, your belongings and any other assets of the relationship. It is best to try take important personal items and your legal and financial papers with you, such as:
- Birth and other certificates
- Passport, Visa and other forms of ID
- Will
- Banking documents
- Superannuation statements
The manner in which property is divided depends on the contributions and future needs of the parties and as such, every case is unique. You will be entitled to a just and equitable portion of the property even if you leave the family home or the assets are not in your name. To find out more about property settlement after separation, see our property settlement page.
It is the responsibility of both biological parents to decide how the children will be cared for when they separate. If there is a dispute about parenting arrangements, it is important to seek legal advice and resolve the matters as soon as possible.
To find out information about children’s matters, see the Childrens page on our website.
Get in touch with a separation lawyer
Our separation lawyers are experienced in dealing with all aspects of separation, including property division, child custody and support, and spousal maintenance. We can also provide you with advice on how to best protect your assets and financial interests.
We are Brisbane based family law firm located in the Redlands areas that cares about our clients. Our family law solicitors will listen to your confidential information and always act in your best interests to help you with your separation.
If you are facing separation and need help understanding your legal rights and obligations, get in touch with one of our family law solicitors today.
