Who stays with the house in a divorce?
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Who stays with the house in a divorce?
In the event of a family law separation, both parties are legally entitled to live in the family home. It does not matter whose name is on the ownership of the house. There is no presumption that the wife or the husband has to leave the house.
How much does it costs to get divorced?
The filing fee for a divorce application (lodged with the Federal Circuit Court) is $910 (as at ). If you hold a concession card or you cannot afford to pay the fee without financial hardship, you can apply for the fee to be reduced to $305 (as at ).
How much does a divorce lawyer make per hour?
Nationally, readers paid an average of $270 per hour to their divorce lawyers. Each spouse’s average bill for attorneys’ fees in divorce was $11,300, although more than four in ten readers paid $5,000 or less. Nationally, readers paid an average of $270 per hour to their divorce lawyers.
Can I get divorced without an attorney?
Yes, you can get a divorce without a lawyer. To get a divorce without a lawyer, you must fill out and file an application for divorce form. If either you or your spouse apply to the court seeking parenting or financial orders, getting a lawyer is recommended.
