What other issues need to be addressed after a separation or divorce?

• Formalising your separation with a divorce is an important task that needs to be completed if you wish to remarry in the future.
• You also need to make decisions about:
  • children;
  • finances including income and expenses;
  • assets and liabilities; and
  • living arrangements.

• Coming to an agreement about these issues without needing to go to court is ideal but often this is not possible.
• If you cannot agree then applications can be made to the court to finalise arrangements about these matters. Remember you will need to go to specialised mediation known as family dispute resolution before your case can go to court on a parenting issue.
• Even if you can come to an agreement you may want to have a formal document drafted to reflect the agreement. There are different ways that you can do this. A lawyer is the best person to provide you with advice about your rights, responsibilities and the pros and cons of each option. Our free Find a Lawyer directory may help put you in touch with the assistance you need.