A property dispute between separated couples in Melbourne requires professional property and financial settlement mediation. The Better Place Australia family dispute resolution practitioners aim to help separating couples work out an agreement to distribute their property and financial assets in a way that is amicable and fair.
Whether you’re in Melbourne or somewhere else in Victoria, we may be able to help. The Better Place Australia offices in Cheltenham, Croydon, Narre Warren, Oakleigh, Traralgon and Wyndham Vale have professional and impartial practitioners who can assist you with the process.
Being fair during a property dispute between separated couples in Melbourne
The separation process can be traumatic. A property dispute between separated couples in Melbourne can heighten the trauma and stress as you seek to make decisions about how to distribute property, finances and debts.
Property and assets may be divided between you and your partner by:
- agreement
- going to court
- using a family dispute resolution service to help reach agreement
Better Place Australia mediators aim to make the process fair and less stressful. We support separating couples equally, in order to negotiate an agreement between themselves. It is a confidential and voluntary process requiring both parties to be willing to participate and to agree to provide full and frank financial disclosure to each other.
When can you start the process of dividing your property and finances?
You can start any time after you’ve made the decision to separate. It’s important to note there are time limits set by law if you’re unable to reach agreement and decide to apply to court.
These are:
- Within 12 months of a divorce for married couples
- Within two years of the relationship ending for de facto couples
It’s recommended that each of you have a good understanding of your legal position so you can negotiate effectively in mediation. Better Place Australia mediators are unable to provide legal advice but we can provide you with information on where to seek legal advice.
How many sessions will property mediation take?
This can vary depending on circumstances. Each party will have an initial one-on-one assessment (up to 90 minutes) with the mediator to explore the appropriateness of mediation.
After meeting with both parties, a decision will be made whether we move to the next stage which is separate one-on-one preparation appointments.
Our process takes four steps:
- Identifying and evaluating assets
- Determining party contributions
- Identifying needs and outcomes
- Negotiating and agreeing on division of assets
The Better Place Australia mediator continues to assess for appropriateness throughout the entire process.
Read more detailed information about each step on the Better Place Australia property and financial settlement page.
Getting started
A positive way to settle a property dispute between separated couples in Melbourne is through Better Place Australia’s property mediation services.
Let our team assist you in a professional and timely manner.
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