Prenuptial Agreement Lawyers Melbourne 

In Australia, a prenuptial agreement is formally called a binding financial agreement. Whatever you call it, the purpose is to give both parties clarity and certainty over how property and finances will be handled if the relationship ends, before a court is required to decide.

Is This the Right Service for You? 

You may need a binding financial agreement if: 

• You are getting married or moving in with a partner and want to protect assets you are bringing into the relationship 

• You have significant savings, property, a business, or an inheritance you want to keep separate 

• You are entering a second relationship or a blended family situation 

• You want to agree now on how finances will be managed if the relationship ends, rather than leaving it to a court 

• You are already married or in a de facto relationship and want to formalise financial arrangements between you 

• You have separated and want to finalise a property settlement without going to court 

• Your partner has been asked to sign a financial agreement drafted by their lawyer, and you need independent legal advice 

Our Prenuptial and Financial Agreement Services 

Prenuptial agreements: We draft financial agreements for couples intending to marry, setting out how property, finances and superannuation will be handled if the relationship ends. 

De facto financial agreements: We draft agreements for couples moving in together or already in a de facto relationship. The same legal requirements apply as for married couples, and the same protections are available. 

Postnuptial agreements: We draft financial agreements for couples who are already married and want to formalise financial arrangements during the relationship. 

Separation agreements: We draft financial agreements for separating couples who want to finalise a property settlement privately, without applying to the court for consent orders. 

Independent legal advice: Where your partner's lawyer has drafted a financial agreement, we review it and provide the mandatory independent legal advice required by the Family Law Act 1975 before you sign. 

Agreement review and updating: We review existing financial agreements to identify whether they remain enforceable and advise on whether they should be updated in light of changed circumstances. 

What to Expect When You Work With Us  

Step 1: Tell us your situation.  

You speak with one of our lawyers about your assets, your relationship, and what you want the agreement to achieve. We explain what a binding financial agreement can and cannot cover, and whether it is the right approach for your circumstances. 

Step 2: We draft the agreement.  

We prepare a draft agreement based on your instructions and the financial information both parties provide. Your partner obtains independent legal advice from a separate lawyer (this is a strict legal requirement, not a formality). 

Step 3: Both parties review and sign.  

Once both lawyers are satisfied the agreement is fair and meets the requirements of the Family Law Act 1975, both parties sign. Each lawyer provides a signed statement confirming their client received proper advice before the agreement is executed. 

Step 4: You have certainty.  

The agreement is stored safely by both parties. We advise you on circumstances that might affect its enforceability over time, and when it should be reviewed. 

Why Choose Family Lawyer AU for Prenuptial and Financial Agreements? 

No Hidden Fees  

You receive a written cost estimate before we begin any work. No hidden fees, no bill shock, and no ambiguity about what you are paying for. 

Nationwide Services

We work with clients across every state and territory in Australia. Whether you are in Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, or anywhere in between, consultations are available by phone and video.

Personalised and Strategic Advice  

Every couple comes to us with a different financial picture, a different relationship stage, and different things they want to protect. We give you advice built around your specific circumstances. 

Costs and Timeframes 

A standard binding financial agreement for two individuals with straightforward assets typically involves legal fees of $3,000 to $5,000 per party. Where the agreement involves trusts, companies, significant superannuation interests, or complex financial structures, costs are higher and we will provide a clear estimate before we begin. 

Most standard agreements are completed within two to four weeks from first instruction, provided both parties respond promptly, financial disclosure is straightforward, and each party engages their own lawyer without delay. 

Call 1300 717 173 or book online for a cost estimate based on your specific circumstances. 

Related Services 

Asset Protection — Broader strategies for protecting your wealth before, during and after a relationship. 

Property and Financial Settlements — Dividing assets and liabilities after separation by agreement or through the courts. 

Divorce — The formal legal process for ending a marriage under Australian law. 

De Facto Relationships — Property and financial rights for couples separating without having married. 

Superannuation — Splitting superannuation interests as part of a settlement or financial agreement. 

Speak With a Prenuptial Agreement Lawyer Today 

Putting a financial agreement in place is one of the most practical steps you can take for your relationship. We make the process clear, straightforward, and properly done. 

We are based at Level 45, 600 Bourke Street, Melbourne. Consultations are available in person, by phone, and by video.

Call 1300 717 173 or book online. All enquiries are confidential.