Pollock Ingram Solicitors
Family LAw on the sunshine coast
- Trusted Local Firm: A well-established, locally owned and operated business with deep community ties.
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- Personalised, Client-Focused Service: Known clear communication, adaptability, and reasonable fees.
sunshine coast Family Law Solicitors
Navigating financial matters following a separation can be challenging, particularly when it comes to dividing property and assets. Pollock Ingram Solicitors, based in Caloundra, provides family law services for individuals across the Sunshine Coast. Our team focuses specifically on property and financial agreements, including Binding Financial Agreements and Consent Orders.
We assist clients with formalising financial arrangements, reviewing proposed agreements and understanding their legal rights and obligations. Whether you're looking to protect your financial interests or finalise a property settlement following separation, we aim to provide clear, practical legal advice throughout the process.
For assistance with family law property and financial matters, contact our team today at 07 5491 1444.
OUR FAMILY LAW SERVICES
Pollock Ingram Solicitors provides legal assistance with property and financial arrangements for couples separating or planning their financial future. Our services include:
- Binding Financial Agreements: We assist with preparing and reviewing Binding Financial Agreements that outline how property, assets and financial resources will be managed or divided.
- Property Settlement Consent Orders: Our team helps prepare applications for Consent Orders to formalise agreed property settlements following separation or divorce.
- Financial Consent Orders:
We assist clients with documenting agreed financial arrangements and preparing the necessary paperwork for court approval.
- Agreement Review: We review proposed financial agreements, explain the terms and provide advice on the legal rights and obligations involved.
- Property & Financial Guidance: Our team provides advice on financial disclosure, property division and the legal steps involved in formalising financial settlements.
Our family law services focus exclusively on property and financial matters. We do not provide legal assistance with parenting arrangements or other children-related matters.
Contact our team to discuss your financial agreement or property settlement and the next steps.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a Binding Financial Agreement in Australia?
A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a legal agreement that outlines how a couple's property, assets, debts and financial resources will be divided if their relationship ends or has already ended. These agreements can be made before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship. For a BFA to be binding, specific legal requirements must be met, including each party receiving independent legal advice before signing. A properly prepared agreement can help couples establish clear financial arrangements without requiring court approval.
How are assets divided in a divorce in Queensland?
There is no automatic 50/50 division of assets following divorce or separation in Queensland. Property settlements are governed by federal family law, which considers factors such as each party's financial and non-financial contributions, the assets and liabilities involved and their current and future circumstances. Superannuation may also form part of the settlement. The outcome depends on the individual circumstances of the relationship. Couples can negotiate an agreement and formalise their financial arrangements through Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement.
Can you get a property settlement without getting divorced?
Yes. Married couples can negotiate and formalise a property settlement before their divorce is finalised. In Australia, divorce and property settlement are separate legal processes, meaning couples do not need to wait until their divorce is granted to divide their assets. De facto couples can also arrange property settlements following separation without a divorce process. Financial arrangements may be formalised through Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement, depending on the circumstances and applicable legal requirements.
Do both parties need a lawyer for Consent Orders?
Both parties are not legally required to have separate lawyers when applying for property settlement Consent Orders. Couples can prepare and submit an application themselves if they have reached an agreement. However, obtaining independent legal advice is recommended because the orders can have significant and lasting financial consequences. A solicitor can help explain the proposed arrangements, identify potential issues and ensure the documents accurately reflect the agreement. Unlike Binding Financial Agreements, independent legal advice is not a mandatory requirement for Consent Orders.
