Financial Agreements

At Robinson + McGuinness Family Law we have extensive experience with Binding Financial Agreements. We can assist you with all types of Binding Financial Agreements, whether it is before marriage (often referred to as a pre-nuptial agreement or ‘prenup’), during marriage, as part of a de facto relationship, or as part of a separation or divorce.

A Binding Financial Agreement can set out how you and your partner’s assets will be divided when you separate. Binding Financial Agreements can also formalise on-going spousal maintenance payments.

Binding Financial Agreements are an increasingly commonly used way to avoid the costs and stress of Court proceedings if you and your partner separate. ‘Prenup’ Binding Financial Agreements can set out clearly what happens if you and your partner separate, avoiding any complex, costly and difficult negotiations in the event that a separation does occur.

The law regarding Binding Financial Agreements is complex. For this reason, it is a requirement for parties to obtain independent legal advice before entering into a Binding Financial Agreement. Our highly skilled lawyers have assisted many clients in the Canberra and surrounding region to understand proposed Agreements and to provide them with expert advice as to whether it is in their interests to enter into one or not.

We can also assist with the drafting and advising on Binding Child Support Agreements and Limited Child Support Agreements.

We understand that every matter is different. We will use our expertise and experience to create a Binding Financial Agreement that can protect your financial interests in the event of separation, or ensure that you get the best outcome as part of your larger property settlement.

Are you already a party to a ‘Prenup’ Binding Financial Agreement and your relationship has broken down? Our lawyers have extensive experience with advising on the validity and implementation of Binding Financial Agreements.

At Robinson + McGuinness Family Law, we understand that every situation is different. Our team of experienced lawyers can advise you on what is most suitable for your individual circumstances. We will use our expertise and experience to help guide you to attempt to achieve the best possible outcome in the shortest possible time frame.

If you are unsure of your rights, entitlements or obligations in relation to Binding Financial Agreements (or property and financial settlements) please contact us to make an initial appointment with one of our experienced lawyers.