💔 Navigating the Divorce Process in QLD: Step-by-Step Guide 🛤️

Divorce can feel overwhelming, but the process in Queensland is designed to be straightforward. 🧭 Let’s break it down step-by-step to help you through:

💡 Before Filing a Divorce Application:

✅ Choose between sole or joint application 📝
✅ Ensure you meet eligibility criteria 🇦🇺
✅ Confirm your marriage has broken down irretrievably 💔
✅ Have you been separated for at least 12 months & 1 day? ⏳
✅ Keep your marriage certificate ready 📄

🖊️ Filing the Divorce Application:

📂 Gather documents: marriage certificate, proof of jurisdiction, affidavit ✅
🌐 File via the Commonwealth Court Portal or with a solicitor 💻
💳 Filing fee: $1060 (reduced fee $350 for eligible applicants) 💰

⚖️ Court Attendance:

🔸 Required if you filed a sole application & have children under 18 👶
🔸 Attend if special circumstances apply (e.g., separation under one roof) 🏠

🗓️ What’s Next?

🔹 Court will provide a hearing date 📅
🔹 Divorce orders become final 1 month & 1 day after being made 🕐

✨ After Divorce:

💍 Ready to remarry? File a notice of intention after the final order 💌
🏡 Seeking property settlement? File within 12 months post-divorce 📑

💬 Need expert advice? Contact James Noble Law - https://jamesnoblelaw.com.au/n....avigating-the-divorc for a FREE 20-minute consultation with experienced family lawyers in Cairns, Milton, Brisbane, & QLD. 🌟

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