How to resolve divorce disputes without going to court

Most Australians can decide on parenting arrangements or divide property after a relationship ends without going to cour Credit: Milos demic/Getty Images

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Divorce is one of the most stressful transitions people can experience in life. Given the high financial and emotional costs of going to court, the Australian legal system incentivises mediation and family dispute resolution alternatives prior to litigation.

Key Points

Australia has a ‘no fault divorce’. One spouse can apply for a divorce without the other’s consent or providing an explanation.
Most divorcing spouses can formally settle parenting and financial matters without having to go to court.
The Australian legal system encourages divorcing couples to attend mediation before engaging in litigation.

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