• A guide to dividing your property and finances after separation

    This guide (linked to the Attorney-General's Department) provides information to separating couples to know about the options for resolving their property arrangements, from an informal agreement through to filing consent orders with the court and litigating the matter in court.

  • Application for exemption of fees – financial hardship (family law)

    This form is used to apply for an exemption of paying fees if payment of a fee will cause you financial hardship and you are not eligible for a general exemption. This form cannot be used for divorce applications.

  • How do I file a response?

    If you have been served with an Initiating application or an Application in a proceeding you can respond by filing a Response to initiating application or a Response to an application in a proceeding within 28 days after you have been serv

  • Recovery orders

    This fact sheet explains what a recovery order is and who can apply for a recovery order. It also includes information about what you can do when a child has been taken from Australia without consent, or has not been returned to Australia.

  • Child Impact Report - FAQs

    This fact sheet provides information for parties who have had a Child Impact Report ordered by the Court.

  • How do I eFile?

    The Commonwealth Courts Portal (the Portal) provides users with secure web-based access to information about their file and access to electronically file (eFile) a range of applications and supporting documents. For Application for Divorce go to How do I apply for a divorce? and see 6. Filing your application.

  • How do I apply for parenting orders?

    Step by step instructions for how to apply for parenting orders

  • Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS)

    Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS) provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. Duty lawyers and support workers available in person Monday to Friday at the following FCFCOA locations:

  • Etiquette and tips

    This page explains the etiquette required and some tips on how to prepare to go to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

  • Child Support Applications

    This brochure explains what type of child support applications and appeals can be filed in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (the Court).
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