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Should we get Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement?

When separating, couples often need to divide their property, superannuation and other financial resources. A property settlement can be formalised either through a consent order or a binding financial agreement (BFA). While these two options appear to be similar, they serve different purposes and have different legal implications. Consent Orders are formal agreements approved by …

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Your Free Guide to Spousal Maintenance

Spousal maintenance is when a former spouse or former de facto partner agrees to, or is ordered to, provide ongoing support to their ex partner following the breakdown of their relationship.

This is known in some countries as alimony. The word “alimony” is not commonly used in the Australian family law system, we call it spousal maintenance.