Divorce Lawyers Australia-Wide
Our divorce lawyers help Australians in every state and territory (except WA) finalise their divorce for a fixed fee. Whether you’re applying jointly or on your own, we prepare and lodge your papers correctly the first time, so there are no costly delays.
- Joint applications $749, sole applications $849 (plus GST)
- Your lawyer attends any hearing at no extra cost
- Over 20 years of family law experience
- Thousands of Australians helped to finalise their divorce
Separation & Divorce Lawyers
Our divorce lawyers have significant experience in guiding clients who are going through a divorce or separation. We’ll listen to your story and work with you for a result that works for your circumstances. We provide you with practical advice and fixed fees to ensure the best outcome for you and your family.
- First interview free
- Fixed fees - no surprises, no hidden costs
- Focussed on clients. Known for results
- Over 20 years practice experience
Joint Application
Sole Application
Divorce Application
Ready to apply? We prepare and lodge your divorce application for you, whether you’re applying jointly or on your own, with clear advice and fixed fees.
Divorce Mediation
Want to sort things out without going to court? Our divorce mediation lawyers help you and your former partner reach practical agreements, with fixed fees and faster outcomes.
How the Divorce Process Works in Australia
Most divorces in Australia are handled online through the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, and many are finalised without you ever setting foot in a courtroom. Here’s how it works.
1. Check you’re eligible. You need to have been separated for at least 12 months, have a connection to Australia and a copy of your marriage certificate. If you’ve lived under one roof during that time, the Court will need extra affidavit evidence.
2. Apply jointly or on your own. A joint application is made with your former spouse. A sole application only needs your signature. We prepare and lodge your application through the Commonwealth Courts Portal.
3. Serve the papers (sole applications). If you apply on your own, your former spouse must be formally served with a copy. If you can’t find them, the Court can allow substituted service or waive service altogether.
4. The Court hearing. Every divorce has a hearing, but you often don’t need to attend. For a joint application, or a sole application with no children under 18, you usually won’t need to be there. Where attendance is needed, our fixed fees include your lawyer attending on your behalf at no extra cost.
5. Your divorce becomes final. Once the Registrar makes the divorce order, it takes effect one month and one day later. From filing, the whole process usually takes around 3 to 4 months.
What can you expect from a Family Law Resolutions Divorce Lawyer?
- Significant experience with divorce applications
- We have assisted thousands of Australians in all States and Territories
- Practical advice and fast turnaround
- Fixed fees = cost certainty
- Focussed on clients. Known for results.
- Peace of Mind Guarantee – we aim for 100% satisfaction
Talk to our team about your situation. Your first consultation is free, and our fixed fees mean no surprises.
Local Divorce Support Across Australia
Looking for Divorce Lawyers in Your Area?
Family Law Resolutions supports clients across Australia with clear advice on divorce, joint and sole applications, and the family law issues that often sit around separation.
We offer flexible consultations and practical support, making it easier to get advice wherever you are based.
We service regional, remote and metro clients across Australia (excluding WA).
Divorce FAQs
How long does a divorce take in Australia?
You must be separated for at least 12 months before you can apply, and there are no exceptions. After you file, it usually takes about 3 to 4 months to get a final divorce order, which takes effect one month and one day after it’s made.
Read more: When can I apply for divorce?
Do I have to go to court to get divorced?
Usually not. Every divorce has a court hearing, but you often don’t need to attend if you apply jointly, or apply on your own with no children under 18. If attendance is required, our fixed fees include your lawyer attending on your behalf.
Read more: Can I get a divorce without going to court?
Can I get divorced if I’m still living with my ex?
Yes. You can be separated under the one roof, but the Court will need extra evidence, in the form of affidavits, showing your relationship has changed.
Read more: Separated but living together? Can you still divorce?
Can I get divorced if I don’t know where my ex is?
Yes. You can make a sole application. If you’ve taken all reasonable steps to find your former spouse, you can ask the Court for substituted service or to waive service altogether.
Read more: Can I get divorced if I don’t know where my ex is?
Can I get divorced if I’ve been married less than 2 years?
Yes, but you’ll need to attend counselling with your spouse first, or ask the Court for permission to apply without it.
Read more: Married less than 2 years? Can you still get divorced?
How can Family Law Resolutions help me?
We do family law and nothing else. Our team brings over 20 years of family law experience and has helped thousands of Australians finalise their divorce.
We prepare and lodge your application correctly the first time, attend any hearing on your behalf at no extra cost, and keep everything on a fixed fee, so there are no surprises. It’s all backed by our Peace of Mind Guarantee.
We work with clients in every state and territory except WA, and your first consultation is free. Book a free consultation call.
Are you eligible for divorce in Australia?
To be eligible to apply for a divorce in Australia, your circumstances must include:
- That your marriage has broken down and there is no chance of resuming the relationship.
- That you have been separated from your spouse for at least 12 months (Note – it is also possible to be separated while continuing to live together under the same roof.)
- That you have a copy of your Marriage Certificate.
- To apply, you will also need to be either an Australian citizen, resident, or to regard Australia as your permanent home.
If you have any questions about your eligibility for divorce, please contact our Family Law Team.
You can read more detail about divorce, in our blog “Am I eligible for divorce in Australia?”
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We specialise in Family Law
Over 20 Years Practice Experience
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We Assist in All States & Territories (except WA)
Focused on Clients. Known for Results
Free Consultation – Find out where you stand
We are solely dedicated to the practice of family law
Over 20 years family law experience
Practical and strategic advice
We assist in all states and territories across Australia, except WA
We listen to your story and work with you on achievable outcomes tailored to your specific circumstances
We focus on negotiation and settlement
We are experts in drafting family law consent orders & divorce papers
Free initial consultation – it costs you nothing to find out where you stand
Fixed fees to provide certainty and security
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