
Do Special Skills Earn a Bigger Share in Australian Divorce?
Under section 79(4), courts assess all contributions equally. Hoffman [2014] FamCAFC 92 confirmed no rule of law recognises special contributions.
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Under section 79(4), courts assess all contributions equally. Hoffman [2014] FamCAFC 92 confirmed no rule of law recognises special contributions.

Under s 44 of the Family Law Act 1975, you have 12 months after divorce or 2 years after de facto separation to apply. Courts can grant leave for late claims.

Under s 79 of the Family Law Act 1975, three options can force a stalled settlement: mediation, court proceedings, or asset protection like caveats.

Under the Bankruptcy Act 1966, a trustee can only claim your spouse's divisible property. Assets in your name are safe unless a constructive trust is proven.

Under section 79 of the Family Law Act 1975, Australian courts divide property using a four-step process based on contributions, future needs, and fairness.

Under section 79, Australian courts treat homemaker and financial contributions equally in large asset pool divorces. Pool size does not justify a bigger share.
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