Summary:

Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.

Lyn a family lawyer of 35 years & accredited specialist talks through the process of getting your own divorce. The do's and don'ts of filing in the court yourself for divorce.

She talks us through what the process is, how it happens, when and how to do it and what to watch out for when doing a DIY divorce application.

If you are looking to do your own divorce, listen to this episode first.

Links and resources:

• Divorce DIY Service Kit

• Video on how to do your divorce
• Registering on the court portal

• Follow us on Instagram

• Join us on Facebook

• This will open (www.courts.qld.gov.au)

You don't want to miss:

• What is service?
• How do I divorce my partner?
• What happens after I file the divorce papers?
• Can I divorce my partner even if they refuse?
• Can I jointly file for divorce with my ex?
• How much does it cost to get divorced?
• What happens in court when you get divorced?
• How do I fill in the divorce application form?
• Where do I find the divorce application form?
• How long does it take to get divorced?
• When can I remarry again after divorce?
• How does my divorce affect property settlement
• How long do I need to be separated before I get divorced?
• What is the difference between separated and divorced?
• How to serve your divorce papers on your ex partner.

If you need emergency help you can also contact:

• Police on 000
• DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 (24 hours, 7 days a week) Note: This number is not recorded on your phone bill
• DV Connect Mensline on 1800 600 636
• National DV line on 1800 737 732.

• 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732

• WOMEN'S SHELTER SERVICE
• About Women's Shelters
• LEGAL AID

• Lifeline 13 11 14

• Mensline Australia 1300 789 978

• Kids Help Line 1800 551 800

• Aboriginal Family Domestic Violence Hotline 1800 019 123

• Relationships Australia

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Please note this is general advice only. Please always seek independent legal advice as everyone's situation is different.