Time Limits for Property Settlement After Separation
Many people focus on the emotional side of a separation and leave the money until later. That is understandable, but later can become too late. Australian family law sets firm time limits for asking a court to divide property. Missing them can make a claim much harder to bring.
This article explains the time limits for married and de facto couples. It covers what happens if you apply late and how a formal agreement can help. It also notes the different rules for de facto couples in Western Australia. It is general information only, and the law can change.