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Time Limits for Divorce
If you have separated, there are important time limits that you need to know about. Once your divorce is finalised, you must finalise family law property settlement within 1 year. You and your ex-partner will also need to be "separated" for at least 12 months before either of you can apply for a divorce. Any time spent where you and your ex-partner have made genuine attempts to reconcile the marriage will not ‘reset’ the 12-month time limit, however time spent attempting reconciliation cannot count towards the 12 months.
Where There’s a Will …
Advice about your last will and testament and stepchildren. If you have re-partnered, and have children from a previous relationship, here are some tips for getting proper family law advice about your will. Without the right will, your estate may not go where you want it to go.