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Property Settlement Lawyers – Compassionate, Professional & Strategic Advice

When separation happens, dividing property and finances can be daunting. At PCL Lawyers, our highly experienced family lawyers provide clear, compassionate advice in all property settlement matters – from modest estates to complex asset pools involving businesses, trusts, and international property.

Whether matters are amicable or complex, our family lawyers services ensure you have access to professional support that helps protect your interests no matter where you live in Australia. Our family law team focus on practical solutions so you can move forward with confidence after separation.

Speak to our property settlement lawyers today for a confidential consultation.

Property Settlement Lawyers Available Australia Wide

At PCL Lawyers, we assist clients across Australia to achieve fair and reasonable outcomes in family law property settlement. Whether your matter involves modest assets or complex structures like businesses and trusts, our team is here to provide strategic advice that’s tailored to your circumstances.

What We Do:

Initial advice and guidance on entitlements and property division following separation.
Negotiating amicable and contested property settlements.
Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs) drafting, negotiating and advising on BFA’s.
Consent orders to protect future security.
Negotiation and representation in contested or high-value disputes.

Why Choose Us?

Compassionate guidance during stressful times.
Expertise and high-quality professional advice
Strong expertise in complex commercial, corporate, and international assets.
Concise advice that helps you make confident decisions.
Efficient negotiation and mediation, with robust court representation if needed.

If you and your former partner agree on how to divide property, you can formalise the arrangement through a binding financial agreement or consent orders. Without one of these legal steps, you remain exposed to potential future claims. Our property settlement lawyers will ensure your agreement is enforceable and protects your financial security. You should obtain advice to ensure what you are receiving is a just and fair settlement.

A binding financial agreement (BFA) sets out how property, superannuation and potentially spousal maintenance will be divided. It can be a time and cost-efficient way to finalise matters, but it must meet strict requirements to be legally binding. Each party should seek independent legal advice to ensure that the agreement is just and fair. Getting advice before the agreement is made and signed is best practice to ensure that you get the best settlement in your circumstances.

When negotiations fail, a family property dispute lawyer can help assess your entitlements and advocate for a fair division. Many clients seek clarity and guidance to determine if their position and an estimate on what a fair property settlement is. Our role is to help you understand your rights and protect your interests.

Our unique expertise extends to matters involving family businesses, trusts, overseas assets, and multiple property holdings, ensuring your settlement is both fair and commercially sound. At PCL Lawyers, we are full service law firm and can help you with any of your legal needs that may arise from your family law matters. Those with complex assets may typically require further legal work and transactions to ensure that loose ends are tied up as a part of your property settlement.

No, going to court isn’t always necessary. Most family law disputes are resolved through negotiation or mediation. The family law court strongly discourages couples from litigation. However, if one party refuses to engage constructively, court may be the only way forward. Our divorce property settlement lawyers can guide you through every stage, whether settlement is reached outside court or determined by a judge.

Clear Advice on All Aspects of Property Settlement

Our team can provide comprehensive legal support beyond standard family law property settlement. We understand that each separation is unique, which is why we offer services that address both simple and complex financial matters.

Consent Orders

Consent orders provide enforceable court approval of your agreement, involving a more detailed assessment of assets, debts and financial needs. Our property settlement lawyers will prepare the necessary documents to ensure the orders are binding and reflect your best interests.

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Spousal Maintenance

In some cases, one party may be entitled to spousal maintenance. This can be temporary or ongoing and depends on a range of factors. We can provide tailored advice to help you understand your obligations or entitlements.

Speak with our property settlement lawyers today to protect your financial future.

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Client Testimonials

“Thank you Theresa, Douglas, Philip, Alisha and all those who helped us return peace of mind. I’ll recommend you to my friends. We are happy with your work.”

Paul D

“PCL Lawyers were recommended to me by a friend, and true enough to their reputation, they did not disappoint! Theresa Morgante, and her team were amazing from day one! ...”

Liz B

“I was so pleased with my Divorce lawyer (Theresa) Theresa was a phone call away. If I wasn’t sure about legal issues. Theresa explained it to me. Very professional esay to speak to. Thank you Theresa.”

Renata D

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Speak to Our Property Settlement Lawyers Today

Our property settlement lawyers can provide clear advice and strong support to help you finalise your separation with confidence. With services available Australia wide, we’re here to guide you through every step of the family law property settlement process.

Call us today or complete our Enquiry Form for a confidential discussion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re married, you must finalise a settlement within 12 months of your divorce. If you were in a de facto relationship, you have two years from the date of separation. Seeking early advice from our property settlement lawyers ensures you won’t miss important deadlines.

If your former partner refuses to engage, our family property dispute lawyer can take steps to progress your matter. This may include sending formal correspondence or, if necessary, commencing proceedings. Often, the start of court action motivates parties to participate in negotiations.

Even if you agree on asset division, you should seek legal advice. Without consent orders or a binding financial agreement, either party can make a claim in the future. Our divorce property settlement lawyers can formalise your agreement to ensure peace of mind.

Not necessarily. The court must divide assets in a way that’s just and equitable. This involves assessing contributions made during the relationship as well as the future needs of each party. Our property settlement family law team can help you understand what the court may consider reasonable in your case.