Divorce and Separation Lawyer Clayton
At Just Family Law, our family lawyers are highly experienced in helping individuals and families manage the emotional and legal complexities of separation and divorce. We understand that the end of a relationship is often difficult, and our role is to support you with clear legal advice and compassionate guidance throughout the process.
Divorce is the formal conclusion of a marriage under law. However, many of the key legal arrangements, such as parenting agreements, financial support, and property settlements are often resolved during the separation phase. In Australia, a couple must be separated for at least twelve months before applying for a divorce. This separation may occur even while living under the same roof, though additional evidence will usually be required.
Since 1976, Australian law has operated on a no-fault basis. A divorce is granted on the basis of an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, evidenced by the twelve-month separation period, there is no need to prove fault or wrongdoing.
If you are looking for a divorce lawyer in Clayton you can trust, our team at Just Family Law is here to support you. We help prepare and lodge divorce applications and ensure that related matters like parenting arrangements and property settlement are handled with care and clarity.
Once a divorce is granted, there is a twelve-month period to initiate property proceedings. This is why many clients choose to finalise financial matters before formally applying for divorce. When children under 18 are involved, the Court must be satisfied that suitable parenting arrangements are in place. In some cases, court attendance is necessary, but our lawyers will guide and represent you throughout.
We also assist with more complex divorce matters, including:
- Proving separation under one roof
- Disputed separation dates
- Urgent divorce where remarriage is planned
- Locating or serving an ex-spouse
- Contested divorce applications
- Overseas marriages or jurisdictional issues
- Choosing the right country for divorce proceedings
- Cases where children’s arrangements are not clearly suitable
To speak with a divorce lawyer in Clayton, contact Just Family Law on 03 9793 7888 for a confidential consultation. We support clients across Clayton and nearby suburbs with strong legal representation and clear, considered advice tailored to their individual circumstances.
We specialise in all areas of family and divorce law
Our family law lawyers are a complete family law service team. They deal with separation, divorce and family law issues including dividing assets after separation, arrangements for children, grandparent’s rights, inheritance disputes, business valuations, loans from parents and claims to property.
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We make sure our clients are never put at a disadvantage during the divorce process.
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Our circumstances in engaging JFL were due to the sudden and tragic passing of my sister. Sally assisted our family through complex legal proceedings as we sought full parental responsibilities for her three children, my nieces and nephew.
Sally was able to shift from holding my hand and passing tissues, to providing practical solutions, advice and guidance on how best to navigate the legal system and achieve what was in the best interest of the kids.
Thank you Sally, we will never be able to express how much you did for us and how your counsel and friendship helped us navigate an incredibly difficult time.
No hesitation at all in recommending Sally, and the JFL team.
