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Settlement Guide: Divorce in Australia

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Source: David Precious

Relative to many countries, Australia's divorce rate is high. Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics says that in 2012, 40 per cent of marriages ended in divorce.When contemplating a divorce, making good decisions early on can save you heartaches. You can file for divorce online with the “do-it-yourself” divorce kit from www.federalcircuitcourt.gov.au/howdoi/html/applying_divorce.html However, it is always advisable to see a lawyer. Certain rights and obligations in relation to the full spectrum depend on the individual circumstances. For more information visit: http://www.australia.gov.au/topics/family-home-and-community/relationships/getting-divorced


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Relative to many countries, Australia's divorce rate is high. Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics says that in 2012, 40 per cent of marriages ended in divorce.When contemplating a divorce, making good decisions early on can save you heartaches. You can file for divorce online with the “do-it-yourself” divorce kit from www.federalcircuitcourt.gov.au/howdoi/html/applying_divorce.html However, it is always advisable to see a lawyer. Certain rights and obligations in relation to the full spectrum depend on the individual circumstances. For more information visit: http://www.australia.gov.au/topics/family-home-and-community/relationships/getting-divorced



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