If you are have reached a situation in which you have irreconcilable differences in your primary relationship and you have decided that separating from your partner is your only viable option – but you don’t know where to start. and you may be worried about contacting a lawyer, Therese Ryan can help you take the stress out of this difficult period in your life. Therese is committed to helping good people heal the conflict. We want to keep your family out of court. We believe you should experience a more positive way to end a relationship.

WHEN IT COMES TO DECIDING HOW YOUR ASSETS SHOULD BE DIVIDED, DESPITE POPULAR BELIEF, THERE IS NO SET ‘50/50 PROPERTY SPLIT’ RULE. THERE ARE MANY FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN DETERMINING WHAT IS YOUR REASONABLE RANGE OF PROPERTY SETTLEMENT.

Property Settlements

When your relationship breaks down, the resulting emotional journey can be a very difficult one.  So often we see important financial and property related considerations put to one side while the pain of separation is addressed.

This can sometimes make financial settlement more complex, especially if assets are sold or money is spent. It is best to obtain advice as early as possible to make sure your interests are protected.   There are strategies you may not have thought of, that we can advise you on – and sometimes, once you have that advice in your hands, it can assist you to make some immediate decisions and embark upon your own negotiations.

Do NOT DELAY…

Such factors we can help you address include:

• Your contributions relating to the acquisition, improvement and maintenance of assets of the relationship;
• Your contributions to the household and the family;
• Any special contributions such as inheritances, lump sum payments and gifts;
• Your ability to earn an income in the future to maintain yourself;
• Dependent children in your care; and
• Your health.

Ryan Mediation Law offers an initial consultation to discuss your options for settlement, and how you can take steps to resolve your matter without the need to go to Court.  There are many different ways your case can be successfully resolved, and our aim is to help you navigate your way to the best outcome which allows you to begin your new journey.

If you are reading this now because these thoughts are foremost in your mind our first piece of advice is: do not delay – the quicker you obtain advice, the better informed you will be, and the better decisions you will make about your future.