divorce applications

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Let’s make it official - without the overwhelm.

Divorce is the legal end of a marriage. It’s not about who was “at fault” or why things ended. Australia runs on a no-fault system, which means all the court needs to know is that the relationship is over and it’s been at least 12 months since separation.

Here’s what you need to know:

Do I have to go to Court?

Not usually. Most divorces are handled on paper. If there are no children under 18, you probably won’t need to attend a court hearing at all.

What if we've got kids?

If your children are under 18, and you're filing solo (not jointly with your ex), you might need to go to court just so a judge can confirm proper parenting arrangements are in place. You won’t be cross-examined. We’ve got your back.

What about the house and money stuff?

Divorce is just the end of the marriage.
It doesn’t sort out the financial side of things. That’s a separate process called a property settlement, and it’s where Consent Orders come in. We handle both. Important: You only have 12 months after your divorce is final to apply for Consent Orders (though you should apply for them as soon as possible after you've separated). Miss the deadline and you’ll need special court permission to proceed. Don’t leave it to chance.

Do I need a lawyer to file for divorce?

Technically? No. But if:

• You’re unsure about the date of separation 
• You’ve lost touch with your ex
• You’re dealing with complicated paperwork
• You want to file at the same time as sorting out property matter

… then yes, we strongly recommend it. We do this all the time. We’ll handle it quickly, cleanly, and with zero hidden surprises.

Zoe's take:

Divorce doesn’t have to be messy. It doesn’t have to take years. It just has to get done right—so you can move on strong.

Ready to get started?

We’ll help you:

• Apply for divorce (solo or joint)
• File it correctly, without delay
• Combine it with your property settlement if you’re ready
   

All for a fixed fee. No shock bills. No fluff.

👉 Book your free discovery call now or reach out at
📧 admin@goodelawco.com.au
📞 0428 468 268