Fixed Fee Consent Orders Canberra

Property Settlements from $2970 plus court fees

Regardless of your agreement location or asset pool, we will draft your consent Orders in Canberra for a fixed fee in 24 hours. We only work with amicable clients and we will not get involved in any negotiation between parties or try to change your agreement. We will tell you if your matter may not be accepted by the Family Court.

Family Law is a national jurisdiction. Consent Orders are the same regardless of where you are located in Australia. There is no requirement to have your Consent Orders drafted in Canberra or filed with the Family Court in Canberra.

You’re here for a good reason.

You’re wanting to finalise a legal arrangement and move on with your life.
You think the litigation process is too expensive and are hunting for a more affordable alternative.
You’re looking to avoid paying thousands of dollars in unnecessary stamp duty while changing names on a property.
You need to organise a legally-binding super splitting arrangement.
And you want it done as soon as possible and for the right price.

Kate Austin is a very different family law firm – We love clients who do not want to fight.
Tell us your story and we draft your solution.

Our history is different to most. Our solution is different as well. After 20 years of dealing with the conflict associated with the Family Law system, we had been through enough. We were faced with a simple choice – either change the way we work or leave the Family Law system.

Problem 1.

We were sick of the competitive sniping between clients, other law firms and at times our own staff. Everyone involved were good people – we all just worked in a difficult environment.

Solution.

We only work with people who have agreements – if you don’t have an agreement, we cant help you.

Problem 2.

The constant negotiation between clients, other parties and court lead to a huge amount of time consumed, (hence fees) negotiating an agreement that already existed. This lead to an uneasy relationship with clients.

Solution 2.

We don’t negotiate between clients and our fees are fixed. We draft Consent Orders for Canberra residents.

Problem 3.

Client’s matters wait for months and even years for agreements to be finalised – this becomes trying for everybody. Clients want to move on and we prefer to keep our client base fresh.

Solution 3.

We will only retain your matter for 3 months. Our draft orders are ready in 24 hours. Changes are ready in 24 hours – people do not want a long term relationship with a law firm.

Our Solution is simple and designed to assist clients who have an agreement.

We do NOT try to change your agreement.
We do NOT negotiate between parties.
We will advise on the “Just and Equitable” jointly.
Orders drafted in 24 hours.
Fees are fixed. Get an Instant quote.
All areas of Canberra serviced.

Stamp Duty – Conveyance duty exemptions with Canberra Consent Orders

Conveyance duty is not payable on a transaction made under:

a court order under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cwlth)
a court order under the Married Persons Property Act 1986
any other court order for the distribution of property as a result of the end of a relationship between partners.

Duty may also not be payable, in some circumstances, on a transfer of property under:

- a binding financial agreement under sections 90B, 90C or 90D of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cwlth)
- a part VIIIAB financial agreement under sections 90UB, 90UC or 90UD of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cwlth)
- a domestic relationship agreement under the Domestic Relationships Act 1994
- a termination agreement under the Domestic Relationships Act 1994.

Please call us if you have any questions in relation to this process and your eligibility

More information is set out in the latest version of Revenue Circular Personal Relationship Transfer Exemption (DAA006.1).

Associations We’re Part Of

As experienced family lawyers, we’re also a member of Australia’s leading law associations.

Family law section law council of Australia - Kate Austin Family Lawyers

Family Law Practitioners Association - Kate Austin Family Law

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Consent Orders Canberra – Your Questions Answered

How long does it take to process a Consent Order

Generally you should allow at least 28 days for the court to process your Application and Minute of Order sought. Although it can take longer or shorter depending on the time of year and the registry in which you file your documents. If there are problems with your documents, the process will take longer as the documents are returned to you with questions you need to answer before the matter is reconsidered.

What is considered fair in a Consent Order by the Family Court?

The court can only make Orders if it is satisfied they are ‘just and equitable’, i.e. fair. What is just and equitable will vary according to the circumstances of each case but the court will look at the length of the relationship, the contributions made by each party and each party’s future needs in determining whether an outcome is fair.

Does a Consent Order need to have a solicitor sign the application?

Consent Orders do not need to be signed by a solicitor nor even drafted or reviewed by a solicitor, however it is a good idea to have an experienced family law lawyer draft your documents for you, as that way you know they are done properly and cover off everything in the way you intend them to.

Will my consent orders in Canberra allow me stamp duty exemption?

Yes. If you are transferring any real estate between yourself and your spouse in relation to your family law agreement it will be exempt from stamp duty. We will ensure that your orders are compliant regardless of what state your property is located.

If someone breaches a Consent Order, what happens?

Consent Orders can be enforced in the same way as any other kind of court Orders. An application to enforce court Orders is made with the Family Court and penalties can apply if a breach of the Orders is found.

In Consent Orders, what is a Minute of Consent?

A ‘Minute of Consent’ is the document you submit to the Family Court setting out the Orders you’re asking the court to make on your behalf. It must set out in detail what each party is required to do and by when. And it must be drafted in a way that is legally binding before the court will make Orders in accordance with the agreement.

Consent Order and a Court Order – what is the difference?

There is no difference between a Consent Order and a court Order. Both ARE legally binding and enforceable in the same way as each other. If the court is called upon to enforce a Consent Order or to penalise a non-complying party for breaching a Consent Order, it does so in the same way whether the Order was made by Consent or pursuant to a contested hearing.

Consent Orders – what is the purpose?

A Consent Order will finalise your property settlement and ensure your former partner does not pursue you for another property settlement at any stage in the future. If you are transferring a property from joint names to one party’s name, you can get a stamp duty exemption if you have a Consent Order.

Testimonials

Emma Cunne

2 months ago

Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

Brendon and Rachel were brilliant. They listened to myself and my ex and respected our wishes. They did not complicate matters and they had our paperwork processed extremely quickly and were so supportive. Highly recommend.

Everlyn C

11 months ago

Kate Austin Family Lawyers are highly professional and extremely prompt in all communications. Brendan and Rachel guided us through step by step and really made us feel that we were in good hands throughout the whole process. Their down to earth approach was also a very pleasant bonus considering legal processes can often be stressful. Without any doubt, we would highly recommend Kate Austin Family Lawyers to our friends and family, or anyone seeking a great family lawyer.

Karah Edwards

4 months ago

Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness

I have no hesitation in recommending this firm. They were professional and responsive. They also happen to be pleasant people to deal with.

Nick Ong

1 year ago

Very happy with the service that Kate Austin Family Lawyers provided to me to complete my consent orders. Brendan offered me amazing customer service and answered any questions I had. I was also very happy with the service that Rachel provided to me, while there were some small hiccups throughout the process, Rachael supported me 100% through the process and at the end we all go the outcome we were looking for. I would not hesitate in hiring Kate Austin Family Lawyers for any future work

Finalise Your Agreement and Move On With Life

If you’re ready to get on with life and want a comprehensive Consent Order created faster and more affordably than anywhere else, we’re here to help. If you have a few questions, we can answer and explain anything you’d like to know.

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Your Personal Guide Every Step of the Way

Creating and getting Court approval for a Consent Order can involve a lot of hurdles. This is the guidance you’ll get from Kate Austin when you need a Consent Order drafted and finalised.

Initial discussion about your agreement
Continual updates on the progress of your agreement
Access to our office to answer questions
Creation and submission of your application to the Family Court
Discussion with Rachel Stubbs (Accredited Specialist in Family Law) about your agreement
Custom drafting of your agreement by Rachel Stubbs
Suggested notations on your orders

Draft consent orders for your approval in 24 hours
Changes to your orders made within 24 hours
Assistance in the signing process of your application
Online submission of your application to the Family Court
Answering any requisitions (if required) to the Family Court
Posting original orders (by registered post) to you on completion
A certified copy of the orders emailed to you
A guaranteed fixed fee as per the initial quote

What do Kate Austin Family lawyers do?

While Family Law is a specialist area in itself we only act in one small segment of family law. We have chosen to specialise in Consent Orders and act only for clients who have an amicable agreement.

We do not get involved with disputes we do not take individual sides or advocate for how one client may achieve a better outcome. If you have a matter that requires that service, we are happy to refer you to another firm.

How much do Family Lawyers Cost?

Generally, Family Lawyers charge either by the hour or by an agreed fixed fee amount. The hourly rate for experienced family lawyer in Canberra is between $550 per hour and $770 per hour. In addition, there will be fee charged by support staff as well as disbursements. Fees on this basis are charged in accordance with the cost disclosure provided by their office.

Fixed fee legal fees generally are associated with a scope of work outlining what is included in the service and what is not. Fixed fee services provide more certainty for final fees however you do need to be certain that the work covered satisfies the outcome you are seeking.

Other Family lawyers that we would recommend.

We think it is very difficult to refer one lawyer that will be suitable to all people. Finding a lawyer that you could work with affectively is a personal decision. In general, however we would recommend that you see a lawyer that he’s an accredited specialist in Family Law. They have a demonstrated ability to advocate your for your best interests in addition of demonstrated knowledge of the entire family Law act.

Another option is to contact the Canberra law society . They are based in Canberra. Below is a link where you can find a lawyer that is either close to you or specialises in your particular area of Family Law.

What does a family lawyer do in Australia?

Family lawyers generally look after the following sets of issues. All these issues are covered in the family law act .

The living arrangements for children and what time beach parent or grandparent spend with those children and addresses issues concerns with the care welfare and development of the child.
Family Law Solicitor ‘s address issues involving property and financial arrangements between a couple. This can occur during before and after the relationship ends.
They can address issues involving financial support from one member of the couple to the other after the relationship ends. This is not a spousal maintenance.
The financial support for children after relation into such as child-support or child maintenance.
They could also assist in the finalisation of the marriage also known as a divorce or an annulment.

Family law has the same legislation regardless of where you live in Australia. As a federal jurisdiction the same laws apply if you live in Canberra or any other Australian location.

Family Lawyers in Canberra you won’t find anywhere else

Kate Austin Family Lawyers are located in the CBD of Canberra. We provide our services throughout Canberra, including the outer suburbs. As we provide a remote legal service, our physical location has no bearing on your ability to access our service.

Kate Austin Family Lawyers service clients in Newcastle Wollongong and the Central Coast as well as regional areas such as Wagga Wagga, Bathurst Albury and Armadale. Because our service is fully remote it allows people in regional areas to have access to highly qualified and specialised solicitors that would otherwise be unavailable. We are able to work with clients via email, phone, or Zoom calls since all of our legal services are remote.

Canberra Family Lawyers for Consent Orders

Consent Orders are Kate Austin’s primary service. This is where two parties have an agreement, and they wish to formalise that agreement with the family court and make it legally binding. We work with clients who are not located geographically close to each. Because we do not represent either clients we are happy to work with both of you to get your agreement through the family court.

Family Lawyer Canberra Accredited specialists in

Kate Austin Family Lawyers are accredited specialist in family law. We have this accreditation in both New South Wales and Queensland with their respective law societies. You can be assured that we have the experience necessary to handle any aspect of your agreement. With over 20 years of working exclusively in Family Law we are confident that no matter what you require in your consent orders we will be able to draft orders appropriately. We have completed literally thousands of Family Law agreements and have personal contacts in Superannuation funds, actuarial services, Company lawyers for complicated structure guidance.

Best Family lawyers in Canberra

Firstly, every firm believes (or should believe) they are the best firm in Canberra. But no firm is the best Family lawyer to every client in Canberra. Clients have very different needs and different price points. Understand your niche and research who services that niche best.

Kate Austin Family Lawyers work closely with a very specific type of clients. We only work with clients who have agreements.

Clients who have agreements and require Consent orders come to us because

We offer A fixed fee service and deliver within agreed time frames (usually 24 hours).
We have a demonstrated expertise in this service.
We are very accessible – you will be given a staff members mobile phone number.

While several firms have attempted to reproduce our business model which we welcome, and we quite frankly find it quite flattering. We have even had one firm copy and paste our intake forms and quoting structure. We remain committed and focussed of our core business – Fixed fee Consent Orders.

The vast majority of our work comes from referrals from existing clients’ previous clients and their families.

If you do not have an agreement, we are not a good option for you. If you require Consent Orders, we are more than happy to have a discussion to see if our suit is our services align with your needs.

Best suited Family lawyer for you in Canberra.

Kate Austin Family Lawyers would be the best suited law firm for you if you are in the following situation.

You would like to legally finalise your financial relationship with your previous partner.
You are still amicable with your previous partner.
You are seeking a fixed fee arrangement.
You are seeking a fair agreement that both of you are happy with.

However, if you are in the following situations Kate Austin is not a suitable option for you.

You do not have an agreement with your former partner.
You do not have an amicable relationship with your former partner.
There is a history of significant domestic violence.
You are not willing to be open and transparent to the current financial situation.

Family lawyer in Canberra free consultation

We are happy to have a general discussion in relation to your consent orders just to see

If we are suitable for you.
Generally, see if you have an agreement that would be considered just equitable.
To see if we both believe that we are suitable to working with each other.
To discuss how consent orders would work in your situation
General discussions about timing disclosure and process.

Please note that unless you have an amicable agreement a free consultation is not something that will advance your matter. If we are not suitable we will let you know a probably direct you to a more suitable service.

How much does a family lawyer cost in Canberra ?

The cost of family lawyers very significantly. Most firms still charge on a time basis, this means that the longer they spend on your matter discussing with you, discussing with the other sides solicitor, drafting your agreements the more they will charge you. You need to be confident that any services you are engaging will be drafted and negotiated in an efficient manner. There is a saying in the legal field time costing rewards inefficiency.

Kate Austin Family Lawyers only offers fees on a fixed basis. This means regardless of how long it takes us to complete your matter our fees will remain the same. To ensure that clients stay focused on resolving the matter on the time efficient manner we do have rules around the number of changes we allow clients to make and the timeframes which matters need to be completed by. It is important when you start your matter that both parties clearly understand the agreement and are willing to disclose their financial information quickly.

Our fees are fixed always
We do not negotiate between parties or other parties lawyers.
Our fees are inclusive of changes, GST
We would like your matter listed in the Family Court within 4 weeks.

Contact Us

Kate Austin Family Lawyers
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

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