Divorce Applications

A divorce application is the formal legal process that brings a marriage to an end. While divorce itself does not determine parenting or financial matters, it is an important procedural step that can affect time limits and future legal rights.

​

Crownmark Lawyers provides advice on divorce applications, assisting clients to understand eligibility requirements, procedural steps, and the implications of obtaining a divorce. Our approach is structured and efficient, ensuring applications are prepared correctly and lodged in accordance with legal requirements.

​

In Australia, divorce is granted on the basis of an irretrievable breakdown of marriage, demonstrated by a period of separation of at least twelve months. We advise clients on how separation is assessed, including circumstances where parties have lived separately under one roof or where reconciliation attempts have occurred.

​

We also provide guidance on joint and sole applications, service requirements, and attendance obligations, as well as the timing of divorce in relation to property settlements and spousal maintenance. Our role is to ensure clients understand both the process and the broader legal context in which divorce occurs.

​

Where appropriate, divorce applications may be offered on an agreed, fixed-fee basis through Crownmark Assured Pricing (CAP), allowing clients to proceed with clarity around scope and costs.

​

Our services include:

• Advice on eligibility for divorce

• Preparation and filing of divorce applications

• Guidance on joint and sole applications

• Advice on service requirements and procedural steps

• Advice on separation under one roof

• Guidance on timing and post-divorce time limits