Divorce Without the Battle.
Amicable Property Settlements from $3545 plus court fees
Fast, Fixed-Fee Amicable Divorce Settlements for Property & Parenting. Get your legally binding Consent Orders drafted in just 24 hours.
You’re here for a good reason.
- You have an agreement and want it to be legally binging
- You are amicable and your matter finalized quickly without outside interference
- Superannuation Splitting requires a court order.
- The quotes you have been given for Consent Orders are expensive
- You have a Simple Separation that shouldn't cost the earth.
Our "Neutral Party" Process
“We don’t take sides. We take your agreement and make it law.” At Kate Austin, we are non-conflict specialists. We don’t negotiate, and we don’t interfere with the deal you’ve worked hard to reach. We provide the legal bridge to your new beginning.
How it Works
- You Agree: You and your partner reach an agreement on property or children’s orders.
- Contact us : Submit your details via our secure online intake form.
- We Draft: We provide your drafted Consent Orders within 24 hours for both of you to consider.
- Sign: You sign electronically, and we file with the Court; you receive your final sealed orders.
Specific Amicable Services Divorce
Amicable Consent Orders (Property & Parenting)
The “Gold Standard” for amicable separations. We turn your handshake deal into a binding Court Order that provides:
- Stamp Duty Exemptions: Significant savings on property transfers.
- Certainty: Your outcome is known, and your Costs are fixed.
- Finality: Protection against future claims on your assets or super.
- Clarity: A certainty for co-parenting that reduces future friction.
Joint Divorce Applications
Why do you need to wait for a delayed hearing? A joint application is the most respectful way to end a marriage. It’s faster, doesn’t require a court appearance, and shows a united front for your family.
How Kate Austin Family Law Facilitates Your Agreement
At Kate Austin Family Law, we specialise in fixed-fee, amicable family law solutions. We don’t believe in “lawyering up” to escalate conflict. Instead, our role is to turn the agreement you reached with your former partner into a legally binding document.
We prefer this approach because it empowers our clients. We see firsthand that clients who settle amicably report higher levels of satisfaction and less post-separation trauma. Our goal is to provide a seamless, stress-free bridge from your past to your future.
Consent Orders: The Gold Standard
The best way to formalise an Amicable Divorce agreement is through Consent Orders. These are written agreements submitted to the Court for approval, without anyone ever having to step foot in a courtroom. Once approved, they have the same legal force as an order made by a Judge after a trial.
- Property Settlements: An amicable property settlement via Consent Orders ensures a final “clean break,” protecting you from future claims against your assets or superannuation.
- Parenting Orders: These provide a clear roadmap for your children’s care, including birthdays, school holidays, and weekly schedules, reducing the potential for future misunderstandings.
Fixed Fee, Full-Service Consent Orders from $3545 – Property Settlement
Property Settlement at a fixed fee. Our fees include all elements of a property settlement. Download a quote, and we will guarantee you our fees for the next six months
*Fees are for both parties and include GST
The Benefits of an Amicable Settlement
1. It is Significantly More Cost-Effective
Litigation is expensive. When matters proceed to court, costs can quickly spiral into tens of thousands of dollars due to constant correspondence between lawyers, court filing fees, and barrister costs. An amicable settlement focuses on negotiation and agreement, allowing you to keep your hard-earned assets for your future rather than spending them on legal fees.
2. A Faster Resolution
The Australian Family Court system is currently facing significant backlogs. A contested matter can take 18 months to two years (or more) to reach a final trial. By choosing an amicable route, you can often resolve your entire property and parenting matters in a fraction of that time, allowing you to move forward with your life sooner.
3. Certainty of Outcome
When you go to court, you hand over the power of decision-making to a Judge who does not know your family. There is always a “litigation risk” where neither party gets what they want. In an amicable settlement, you retain control. You and your former partner decide on the division of assets and parenting schedules, ensuring a result that actually works for your specific lifestyle.
4. Better for Children and Co-Parenting
Research consistently shows that it is not the separation itself that harms children, but the exposure to ongoing conflict between parents. An amicable approach fosters a respectful relationship between people. When parents work together to create Parenting Agreements, they demonstrate healthy conflict resolution and develop a long-term parental relationship, both of which are important to their children’s emotional well-being.
Fixed Fee Parenting Orders – $3445.00 plus court fees
Kate Austin Family Law will prepare Parenting Orders to make your parenting plans legally binding in just 24 hours. We are Accredited Specialists in Family Law with over 25 years of experience.
Why Kate Austin Family Lawyers are unquie
1. A “Non-Conflict” Philosophy
Most lawyers focus on securing the best outcome for their client, which can prompt defensiveness from the other party. Kate Austin serves as a neutral facilitator.
- They do not negotiate. Instead, they formalize the agreement you and the other party have already reached.
- We do not alter your agreement. Unlike traditional firms that may adjust terms to be more aggressive, they respect your efforts to maintain an amicable resolution.
- We have a Strict Non-Conflict Policy: If a dispute arises or parties become adversarial, they will decline to act. This approach ensures their focus remains on constructive and peaceful outcomes.
2. Radical Transparency and Speed
Family law processes are known to be slow and costly. We have attempted to address this with a digital-first approach:
- 24-Hour Drafting: After receiving your information, they typically prepare your Consent Orders or Joint Divorce Application within 24 hours.
- Fixed Fees: You receive an instant online quote. There are no hidden costs or unexpected charges for communications.
- Remote-First Service: As family law is federally regulated in Australia, they manage matters nationwide (except WA) through video calls and electronic signatures. This eliminates the need to visit an office in person.
3. Protection Without the Punch
Even in amicable separations, informal agreements are risky. Without a court order, either party may later seek additional financial support or changes to parenting arrangements. Legally Binding: Kate Austin turns your informal plans into Consent Orders approved by the Family Court. This gives you the same legal protection as a judge-made ruling but without the trauma of a trial.
- Financial Benefits: Their process ensures you qualify for Stamp Duty exemptions and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rollover relief on property transfers. These savings can amount to tens of thousands of dollars.
4. Specialist Expertise
They are not generalist lawyers who occasionally practice family law. The firm is led by Accredited Specialists with over 25 years of experience. They maintain a 100% success rate in having their drafted orders approved by the Court, as they only accept matters that meet the “just and equitable” legal standard.
Summary Table: Kate Austin vs. Traditional Firms
Approach | Neutral, non-adversarial | Representation of one side |
Pricing | Fixed fee (disclosed upfront) | Hourly rates (costs can escalate) |
Timeline | Drafts ready in 24 hours | Often weeks or months |
Goal | Formalising your existing agreement | Negotiating a “better” deal |
Conflict | Zero-tolerance for fighting | Built to handle/manage conflict |
Is your agreement amicable ... Is it suitable?
To assess whether you and your former partner are suitable for an amicable service such as Kate Austin Family Law, consider the practical details of your agreement rather than relying solely on being on good terms.
Kate Austin requires a fully agreed-upon arrangement. If you and your former partner can discuss and answer the following questions together without conflict, you are likely ready to proceed.
1. The “Big Picture” Alignment
- Do we both want to avoid court? Are we both committed to a fixed-fee, non-adversarial process, even if it means some compromise?
- Is our financial disclosure “full and frank”? Are we both willing to show bank statements, tax returns, and superannuation balances without hiding anything? (The Court will not approve orders without this).
- Do we agree on the “separation date”? This is crucial for divorce applications and property timelines.
2. Property & Finances
- Have you identified the “Net Asset Pool”? Can you both agree on a complete list of assets (such as house, cars, shares, superannuation) and liabilities (such as mortgage, credit cards), as well as their values?
- Have you agreed on a final percentage split (for example, 50/50 or 60/40)? Does this arrangement feel just and equitable, considering your respective roles as parents and differences in earning capacity?
- If one person will retain the house, can they realistically refinance the mortgage solely in their name?
- How will we split the superannuation? (Note: You’ll need a recent statement for this).
- Who is responsible for any remaining joint debts?
3. Parenting Arrangements
- Living Arrangements: Where will the children live primarily, and what is the specific schedule for the other parent (e.g., “week about” or “fortnightly weekends”)?
- Changeover: Where and when exactly will the children be dropped off/picked up?
- Holidays & Special Days: How will we split Christmas, Easter, and school holidays? What happens on birthdays or Mother’s/Father’s Day?
- Major Decisions: Do we agree to consult each other on “major long-term issues” like schooling, serious health care, and religion?
- Travel: Can either parent take the children interstate or overseas? What notice is required?
4. The “Reality Check” for Kate Austin’s Criteria
- If you are currently experiencing ongoing conflict or threats, Kate Austin’s non-conflict policy means your case will likely not be accepted until the situation stabilizes.
- If one person receives 90% of the assets and the other receives 10% without a strong legal justification, the Court and Kate Austin may determine this is not just and equitable.
Associations of Which We’re Part
As experienced family lawyers, we’re also a member of Australia’s leading law associations.
Contact Us
Kate Austin Family Lawyers
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Head office:
Level 54, 111 Eagle Street Brisbane QLD 4000 -
Sydney office:
Level 36, 1 Farrer Pl Sydney, NSW 2000 -
Melbourne office:
Suite 805 , Level 8, 220 Collins street Melbourne, VIC 3000 -
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 9AM – 5PM
