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Problems we help with

Property and housing after separation

We can help you safely and fairly divide assets, debts and housing if your relationship ends after family violence

We can support you to:  

  • Understand the process and your rights when dividing property  
  • Know what to do if there are urgent issues, like assets being hidden, moved or sold
  • Work out your rights if your name isn’t on the title of your home
     

How we can help you

Separation is especially difficult when family violence has affected your safety, money or housing. We can help you understand your options with property, superannuation, debt and housing, including what steps you can take next. Our lawyers listen, answer your questions, and help you make decisions that feel right and safe for you. They work alongside social workers and financial counsellors who can support you if you need. You can talk with us by phone, online, and sometimes in person. Our goal is to help you stay safe and informed.

More ways we can help

Parenting plans and keeping your children safe

Making safe and practical arrangements for your children.

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I'm thinking about leaving a relationship

Understanding how separation or divorce after family violence can impact your children, money, home, visa or where you live

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Support services

Orange Door

Help for people who are experiencing family violence or who need support with the care and wellbeing of children and young people.

www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au

Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre

For anyone in Victoria who is experiencing or at risk of family violence.

Phone: 1800 015 188

Email: safesteps@safesteps.org.au

Web Chat: safesteps.org.au/live-chat/

safesteps.org.au

Resources

Property settlement

A clear guide to property settlements after separation, including how assets and debts are divided, what the law considers fair.

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Separation and divorce

Get legal information about separation and divorce, including when family violence happens.

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