Fixed Fee Consent Orders in Canberra Property Settlements from $2790 plus court fees
Servicing Canberra with Consent Orders in 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
- ACT allows for stamp duty exemptions, and you want to be eligible.
- Superannuation Splitting requires a court order.
- The quotes you have been given for Consent Orders in Canberra could be more realistic. There is no reason to pay over $5000 each.
- You have a Simple Separation that shouldn't cost the earth.
- We are a specialised Family Law firm with more than 25 years of experience. We are accredited specialists in Family Law in both NSW and Queensland. We provide Consent Orders in Canberra at a fixed fee.
- We do not interfere with your agreement.
- We have extensive experience in defined benefit superannuation for PSS and Military Superannuation
A fast and cost-effective simple separation solution.
What Do You Need Help With?
Fixed Fee, Full-Service Consent Orders from $2970 – 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
Fixed Fee Parenting Orders – $2470.00 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.
*Fees are for both parties and include GST
Fixed Fee Property and Children’s Consent Orders – $3740 plus court fees.
Filing both parenting and property agreements using the same application and court fees is a very cost-effective and time-effective way of finalising your Family Law agreement.
*Fees are for both parties and include GST
Family Law – A National Law - Consent Orders Canberra
After 20 years of practicing family law in New South Wales, Kate Austin Family Law now serves clients nationwide from Brisbane. We utilize custom intake forms and digital signatures to assist clients across Australia effectively. Our Practice Manager, Brendan, is available via his mobile phone for support. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia governs family law, and while most of Australia follows the same rules, Western Australia has some variations in its system.
Since 2018, we have successfully handled over 1,720 Consent Orders, including 139 involving parties in Canberra, showcasing our efficiency in family law matters. We foster a positive and safe relationship with our amicable clients. Remember, this is your agreement—it truly belongs to you.
What Kate Austin will NOT do.
It’s the things we don’t do that set us apart.
- We do NOT try to change your agreement.
- We do NOT negotiate between parties.
- We do NOT get involved arguments between parties.
- We will advise on the “Just and Equitable” jointly
- We are Happy to work with both parties - we are neutral and dont represent either side
What Kate Austin Will do to assist with your Consent Orders.
- Free Initial discussion about your consent orders.
- Work with both parties on drafting your agreeement
- Continual updates on the progress of your agreement.
- Access to our office to answer questions in relation to your matter.
- Drafting the application for Consent orders and theMinute of order. for submission of your application for Consent Orders to the Family Court
- Custom drafting of your agreement by Rachel Stubbs
- Suggested notations on your orders.
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You will be able to calculate the fixed cost based on your specific circumstances and receive a reliable quote. We have a simple pricing structure that accommodates all situations. There is a price for property settlement, with an additional cost for a superannuation splitting order if required. Additionally, we have a price for parenting orders. Parenting can be done with or without a property Settlement.
We have a price for a property settlement, with an additional cost for a superannuation splitting order if required. We also have a price for parenting orders.
Five questions we always get asked about a Consent Order.
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Can you work with Clients in Canberra??
Answer: Yes - Family Law is the same all over Australia. So long as you are an Australian resident, we can assist you. Our clients are all over the world. If the Family court has jurisdiction over your matter, we can help. If you are not sure, just ask us.
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Will you work with both us? - we only want 1 lawyer.
Answer: Yes, so long as you understand we are a neutral party and do not represent either of you.
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Can you give us a fixed fee?
Answer: We only provide fixed fees. We do this because clients demand it, and it removes any disputes over fees. Please do an instant quote to see its suitable,
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Will the Family Court accept our agreement?
Answer : We will discuss your agreement with you. If we don't think it will be accepted, we will advise you both and suggest alternate solutions with other lawyers.
Court only accepts matters based on them being “just and equitable” – this is part of our initial discussions to see if we are suitable for each other.
Superannuation in Consent Orders.
Superannuation in Consent Orders is a large subject.
Do you have to split your superannuation?
No, but it is included in the total of assets each party will receive. When the final percentage split that each party will receive is calculated it must include each parties superannuation.
Some people make allowances for different superannuation balances by making adjustments through other assets, such as extra cast from the sale of a house.
Types of Superannuation.
Accumulation.
Defined Benefit.
In Canberra, we see a lot of clients with defined benefit funds, Typically there
How long do Consent Orders take?
Kate Austin Family Lawyers
At Kate Austin Family Lawyers, after receiving your intake forms, we aim to have your first draft ready within 24 hours. We’ll notify you of the drafting day and appreciate your availability for any questions. Your matter will be initiated in the morning, with the draft provided by evening. Any necessary changes will be completed within 24 hours.
When you’re ready to sign, we offer an electronic signature solution via your mobile device. After both parties sign, we’ll submit your application for Consent Orders in Canberra online.
Please note that court approval may take up to 4 weeks, and processing times may be longer around Christmas and school holidays
Can the Family Court change our Consent Orders?
When you submit your application for consent orders and the proposed agreement, you are asking the Family Court to either accept or reject the proposed Consent Orders. The Court will not make a decision to change your agreement without your consent.
What is “just and equitable” in Consent Orders?
“Just and equitable” involves the concept of fairness in the agreement between the parties.
This is a very complex question, and it involves lots of variables. These may include.
- Length of the relationship
- Contributions during the relations ship
- Children’s age and health
- Parties’ age and health
- Any future needs a party may have.
Who is a Kate Austin Client?
Kate Austin Family Lawyers will 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 have a fair agreement that both of you are happy with.
- You have simple separation that both parties are amiicable agreement on.
Matters that are not suitable.
Our service does not suit everybody. It requires clients with a degree of trust in each other seeking a respectful Family Law solution. If you do not have this, then we are not the firm for you.
- You do not have an agreement with your former partner.
- You do not have an agreement 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.
People and their roles in your matter
Brendan will be the first person you speak with at Kate Austin Family Lawyers. He has worked alongside Rachel for over 25 years, owning and operating Family Law firms.
Brendan will discuss the consent order process and your agreement in general with you. After that, we will advise you if your matter is suitable for our service, the fixed fees, and the timeframes for completing it.
Rachel will take over your case once you have submitted all the information needed for the draft of your agreement.
She will email you after completing your first draft in the nominated evening. She will handle any necessary changes, finalize the Consent Orders, and submit the signed agreement to the Family Court.
Rachel is an Accredited specialist in Family Law and untimely responsible for all aspects of our practice.
Five Questions about the Kate Austin Process
To submit your Consent Orders to the Family Court, we prepare all the necessary documents. The required documents include:
1. **Application for Consent Order ** – Mandatory for all cases.
2. ** Minute of Order ** – A written document outlining your agreement. 3. ** Notice of Risk ** – Required only for parenting orders.
4. ** Letters to Superannuation Funds ** – Requesting approval for splitting.
5. ** Letters to the Court ** – As required. 6. **Form 6 Valuations** – If necessary.
7. ** Letters to Actuaries ** – Pertaining to defined benefit superannuation.
8. **Any Other Correspondence** – As needed for your case. If you have any questions about these documents, feel free to ask!
We are happy to have a general discussion in relation to your consent orders, as this is the first step in understanding your agreement. Our discussion will cover the following topics.
- The main aim is 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 we are suitable to work together.
- To discuss how consent orders would work in your situation, Asset by asset.
- Explain how the structure of your agreement would be laid out in a minute of order.
- General discussions about timing disclosure and process.
- Process to start consent orders with our office.
Free consultations are not useful unless you have an amicable agreement. We may direct you to a more suitable service if we are not a good fit.
Yes, we can, as long as everyone understands the rules.
1. We are a neutral party and we do not represent either of you. Our job is to draft the agreement that you have come to without any intervention.
2. Either party can obtain independent legal advice, but it will need to be obtained from another firm.
3. If we believe that we will have difficulties having your matter approved by the Family Court, we will advise you both at the same time.
4. We do not sign the certificate of independent advice on the application for consent orders as we have not provided any legal advice the either party.
5. All our conversations are general in nature refereeing to process with the Family Court.
No, our advice is only general in nature and references the process of obtaining Consent Orders.
Our business model is designed to assist amiable people in drafting a consent order. We are very happy to assist in all aspects of procedural advice but will not assist one party over another.
Each party is free and, if in doubt, should seek their own legal advice.
We service clients all over Australia, and so long as they have jurisdiction anywhere around the world, including Canberra.
Canberra is an especially important region to us because of the Demand for Defined Benefit Superannuation splitting.
No, unfortunately we do not provide that service.
Our Consultation about Consent Orders is free.
We are happy to have a general discussion in relation to your consent orders, as this is the first step in understanding your agreement. Our discussion will cover the following topics.
Free consultations are not useful unless you have an amicable agreement. We may direct you to a more suitable service if we are not a good fit.
General questions about Consent Orders.
It typically takes around 28 days for the court to process your Application and Minute of Order. However, the processing time may vary depending on the time of year and the specific court where you submit your documents. If there are any issues with your documents, the processing time will be extended as the documents will be returned to you with inquiries that need to be addressed before the matter can be reconsidered.
The court can only issue orders if it is satisfied that they are ‘just and equitable’, meaning fair. What is considered just and equitable will depend on the specific circumstances of each case. The court will consider factors such as the duration of the relationship, the contributions made by each party, and each party’s future needs when determining whether an outcome is fair.
Consent orders do not need to be signed by a solicitor or 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. That way, you can be sure they are done properly and cover everything as you intend.
Yes, if you are transferring any real estate between yourself and your spouse as part of your family law agreement, it will be exempt from stamp duty. We will ensure that your orders are compliant, regardless of the state in which your property is located.
Consent orders can be enforced in the same way as any other court orders. An application to enforce court orders is made with the Family Court, and penalties can apply if the orders are breached.
The “Minute of Consent” is the document you submit to the Family Court, outlining the orders you are requesting the court to make on your behalf. It should provide detailed information about what each party is required to do and by when. Additionally, it must be drafted in a legally binding manner before the court can make orders based on the agreement.
Useful Canberra Links
Family Mediation
Our Family Mediation services help separated couples reach agreements regarding their children. An independent, impartial mediator will assist parties to reduce conflict, negotiate outcomes, and develop techniques to deal with future disputes.
Mediation is available for parents, carers and other family members. Mediation helps people talk with respect and focus on the best outcome for their children.
Common topics include:
- Living arrangements
- Communication
- Co-parenting
- Decision making
- Sharing costs
At Relationships Australia Canberra & Region, we also offer a Child Informed Practice which brings your child’s perspective into the mediation process.
Through Child Informed Practice, a child consultant advocates for the needs of the child. Hearing how their child is experiencing the changes in their family life can help parents to make arrangements that are most beneficial to the child.
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
