Time Limits
Property matters (i.e. division of property and spousal maintenance matters) can be finalised by:
An agreement between you and your former partner (by incorporating the terms of the agreement in a consent order or financial agreement); or
If you cannot agree, an application to the court to make financial orders on your behalf.
There is no minimum time period which you have to wait to begin finalising your property matter. However, the matters must be finalised within a specified statutory time limit.
This time limit will depend on whether you and your former partner were married or in a de facto relationship.