August 14, 2025

Do Your Own Divorce - the free tool everyone should know

17 minutes

In this episode, we introduce Do Your Own Divorce - a free, step-by-step online resource to help people in Australia apply for divorce through the Federal Circuit and Family Court. Designed to simplify the process, this tool is a valuable asset for community workers supporting clients through a divorce. We break down how it works, who it’s best for and how you can use it to provide clear, practical guidance—without the need for a lawyer.

Useful resources mentioned in this podcast:

Do Your Own Divorce: legalaid.nsw.gov.au/divorceguide

Community worker toolkit for using Do Your Own Divorce: bit.ly/dyodtips

Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia website: fcfcoa.gov.au

Divorce court filing fee information: fcfcoa.gov.au/fl/divorce/apply

Information about separation including arrangements for children: bit.ly/4owb5bL

Amica (parenting and property arrangements): amica.gov.au

Order free Do Your Own Divorce posters and postcards by emailing [email protected]

Episode transcript: bit.ly/418RB2K

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Disclaimer: This podcast is general information only and cannot be relied on as legal advice. The information is accurate at the time of posting but may have changed. If you need assistance about a particular situation, contact our team at LawAccess NSW via webchat at legalaid.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 888 529.

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