Yes — getting legal advice early, even before you separate, can make a big difference.

Separation is often an emotionally and financially challenging time. Understanding your legal rights and obligations in advance can help you make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

Whether you’ll need a Binding Financial Agreement, Parenting Plan, or Court Orders will depend on several factors — such as:

• The age and needs of your children (if any)
• Current living arrangements and housing availability
• Whether future changes to parenting or financial arrangements are likely

We offer free initial Express Consultations, so you can get tailored legal advice before taking any steps. This early guidance can help you prepare for different scenarios and protect your interests from the outset.

Under the Family Law Act 1975, de facto couples have the same legal rights and responsibilities as married couples—particularly regarding property division, parenting arrangements, and spousal maintenance. At Stratus Legal Group, we support both married and de facto clients through separation, ensuring their entitlements are protected and their matters handled with care and precision.

The Court increases their filing fees annually and currently start from $375 for eligible concession card holders. At Stratus Legal Group we offer customised fixed-fee divorce application services based on the level of support you need:

• Some clients prefer to draft their own documents, and we simply handle the filing and court process.
• Others require full-service support, including assistance with locating an ex-partner or managing complex service requirements.

Whatever your situation, we’ll provide a clear, fixed price upfront. No surprises, just professional legal help tailored to your needs.

If you’re asset-rich but don’t have immediate access to cash for legal fees, you’re not alone — and you’re not without options. We work with clients who have substantial assets but limited liquidity, and we can help you move forward with confidence.

We refer eligible clients to JustFund, a specialist legal finance provider. If your net assets are at least $300,000, JustFund may be able to fund your legal costs upfront, allowing you to proceed without financial strain. This can be particularly helpful in matters involving property, estates, or family law where asset pools are significant but tied up.

Let’s talk about your situation — we’ll help you assess your options and connect you with the right support.

When parents of children under 18 separate, it is in the best interest of everyone to have some sort of legal declaration whether it be a parenting order or consent orders that you and the other party agree on outlining parental responsibilities of both parents. 

It can be hard for children when their parents separate. It is important that you focus on what is best for your children right now, and into the future. Stratus Legal Group are here to guide you through the process. 

If you have already reached an agreement with your ex-partner about your financial situation, we offer fixed price service of $3,150.00 incl GST and disbursements.  

At Stratus Legal Group, we offer a no-charge, yes free, Express Consultation to help you understand your legal options without any upfront cost. This short, focused meeting is designed to give you clarity and direction — so you can spend more time on what matters most.

When you’re seeking advice on  family law our experienced legal team is here to guide you. 

If you and the other parent have already agreed on the terms and just need the agreement formalised, the process is usually straightforward. In many amicable cases, we can offer a fixed fee. Where more time or tailored advice is needed, our services are billed at an hourly rate — and we’ll always explain the likely scope and costs upfront. You’ll stay in control, with no surprises.

The cost of consent orders can vary depending on your situation. At Stratus Legal Group, we offer fixed-fee packages for straightforward parenting or property orders, with clear guidance every step of the way. For more complex matters, we’ll provide a tailored quote after an initial consultation. Get in touch to understand what’s involved and what to expect.

If you and your ex-partner can’t agree on property, finances, or parenting after separation, there are legal pathways to help resolve things fairly.

Your options include:

• Mediation or negotiation to avoid court
• Legal advice to protect your rights and clarify entitlements
• Court orders if no agreement is possible

When financial arrangements or property are involved, early legal advice can make all the difference and the family law experts can provide tailormade practical guidance to you. 

We understand, sometimes you may not be comfortable with the lawyer you have chosen initially and are wondering if they are really working in your best interest. A change in law firms should never be made lightly and another lawyer may have the same opinion as the first lawyer. We offer a review of your matter, with fixed prices starting from $1,100 to review your matter. We would only recommend switching lawyers if we disagreed with the actions of your current lawyer.  

Yes absolutely, we understand you may reach a point where you believe it is time to obtain professional assistance with your matter. Before taking on your matter, we offer a review of your case, with our fees starting from $1,100 incl GST.  

In Australia, a pre-nup agreement is known as a Binding Financial Agreement. At Stratus Legal Group we can tailormake fixed prices for your Binding Financial Agreements starting from $3,150 plus GST and disbursements.  

If you already have an agreement prepared, our expert Family Law team will review the agreement from a fixed price of $1,650 plus GST and disbursements.