Property Settlement Lawyers Brisbane
Clear advice on your assets, your options and your next step after separation.
Our highly experienced solicitors develop a strategy tailored to your property settlement.
Our Newstead team helps you understand your financial position, negotiate a settlement and take action where agreement is not possible.
Homes & superannuation
Advice on dividing property, debts and super after separation.
Businesses & complex assets
A strategy for companies, trusts, overseas assets and financial disclosure.
Agreement or court
Negotiation, consent orders and representation in disputed matters.
Complex property settlements
When the financial picture is complicated, a clear strategy matters. Sambanis Family Law assists with property disputes involving substantial assets, complex ownership structures and difficult financial evidence. We bring the legal and financial issues together to support informed negotiations and focused court preparation.
Substantial assets and layered ownership
We assist with substantial property pools involving companies, trusts, partnerships, business interests and disputed ownership. We work to clarify how assets are held, who controls them and which interests require investigation or valuation.
International assets and financial interests
Overseas property, accounts and business interests can add complexity to disclosure, valuation and enforcement. We address their Australian family law implications and coordinate with appropriately qualified advisers where advice in another jurisdiction is needed.
Section 106B and disputed transactions
We advise on bringing and responding to section 106B allegations involving transfers or other dealings said to defeat an existing or anticipated property order. Our approach focuses on the transaction history, relevant evidence and available responses.
Non-disclosure, tracing and financial evidence
We manage extensive financial disclosure, analyse banking and business records, and investigate unexplained transactions and gaps in the evidence. Where appropriate, we work with forensic accountants and valuers, and address the potential consequences of non-disclosure in negotiations or proceedings.
Read our insight on financial abuse and non-disclosure in property settlements, or request a lawyer consultation to discuss your circumstances.
How is property divided after separation?
There is no automatic 50/50 division. The outcome depends on your circumstances, including:
The assets, debts and financial resources of each party, including property held individually or jointly;
Financial and non-financial contributions, including homemaking and caring for children;
Current and future circumstances, including age, health, income, housing and care of dependants;
The effect of family violence on contributions and current or future circumstances, where relevant; and
Whether the proposed division is just and equitable in the circumstances.
Time limits for property settlement
For married couples, an application for property orders generally must be filed within 12 months after a divorce becomes final. For de facto couples, the usual deadline is two years after the relationship ends.
These are deadlines for starting court proceedings, not for completing the settlement. You do not need to wait for a divorce to address property matters. If a deadline has passed, court permission may be required and is not guaranteed. Seek advice promptly.
Agreement or court proceedings
A negotiated settlement can avoid the cost and uncertainty of a contested hearing. We can advise on documenting an agreement through consent orders or a financial agreement, according to your circumstances.
If agreement cannot be reached, court proceedings may be necessary. Pre-action steps, including financial disclosure and genuine attempts to resolve the dispute, usually apply unless an exemption is available. We can explain the appropriate process for your matter.
What our property settlement clients say
Meagan G
Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
“They were amazing one step ahead of the situation at every turn. Kind, patient and understood exactly what I was asking for and why. Will be using them again in the future! Couldn’t have asked for more.”
John P
Professionalism, Quality
“Marie and the team at Sambanis Family Law were great to work with through a difficult property settlement issue. I would wholeheartedly recommend Sambanis Family Law to anyone in need of family law services.”
Eileen M
Professionalism, Responsiveness
“Their representation in my family law matter meant a swift resolution and took the stress out of the experience. I felt completely supported throughout the process.”
Financial abuse or missing financial information?
- Financial abuse and non-disclosure: Read our Pryor & Pryor case insight on financial control, disclosure and property settlements.
- Existing orders not followed? Read about the Court’s National Enforcement List and what to consider.
- Parenting contributions: Explore how Tiang & Pen recognised years of caring for children.
Concerned about paying legal fees upfront?
Our JustFund partnership may help eligible clients access legal support while their assets are tied up.
TALK TO US
Discuss your property settlement options
Free 20-minute discovery call
Start with a free 20-minute discovery call with a paralegal to discuss your enquiry and the next steps. This call does not provide legal advice.
Initial lawyer consultation
For advice about your circumstances, an initial lawyer consultation is $385 including GST for up to 90 minutes. Our team will confirm the appointment and explain any further work and costs before you proceed.
Before your appointment, read our guide to preparing for your first family law consultation. It explains the information and documents that can help you make the most of the discussion.
