De Facto Relationship Lawyers in Melbourne
At Lawyers of Preston, our experienced team provides expert de facto relationship lawyers services to clients across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs. We appear at courts throughout the region and offer fixed-fee arrangements with flexible payment options.
How We Can Help
- De facto relationship property settlement
- Establishing that a de facto relationship existed
- Superannuation splitting for de facto couples
- Parenting orders for de facto couples
- Binding financial agreements for de facto couples
- Urgent asset protection orders
- Same-sex de facto relationship matters
- Short-term de facto relationship disputes
- De facto relationship declarations
- Inheritance and estate rights for de facto couples
Why Choose Lawyers of Preston?
- five-star Google reviews from satisfied Melbourne clients
- Local knowledge of Melbourne's courts and legal landscape
- Fixed fees and flexible payment plans available
- Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST
- Same-day appointments available for urgent matters
- Serving 68 suburbs across Melbourne's north and west
Need urgent legal help?
Call us now on (03) 9957 6899 or book online for a same-day appointment. Consultations from $180 (30 min) or $300 (1 hr) incl. GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do you have to be together to be de facto?
Generally 2 years, but a shorter relationship may qualify if there is a child of the relationship or one party made substantial contributions. We can assess your specific situation.
Do de facto couples have the same rights as married couples?
Under Australian law, de facto couples have broadly the same property and parenting rights as married couples, including the right to apply for property settlement and parenting orders through the Family Court.
What if we never lived together full time?
You can still be considered de facto if you had a genuine domestic relationship — courts look at the totality of the relationship, not just whether you shared a home.
Speak with a de facto relationship lawyer today
Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST · Same-day available