Family Law
Settle By Agreement, Properly Documented
Negotiated Property Agreements
Most property settlements are resolved by negotiation, not litigation. Palm Law Group negotiates firmly and fairly on your behalf, then formalises the agreement so it is final and binding.
A properly documented settlement protects you from future claims and can provide stamp duty benefits on property transfers.
Couples close to agreement who need it documented
People wanting a lawyer to negotiate on their behalf
Anyone with an informal handshake agreement that was never formalised
People finalising matters after mediation
Negotiating directly with the other party or their lawyer
Drafting consent orders for court approval
Preparing binding financial agreements as an alternative
Advice on stamp duty and superannuation aspects
Making sure the outcome is final and enforceable
We negotiate the terms of settlement on your behalf.
We draft the consent orders or agreement that record the deal.
We finalise the documents so the settlement is binding and complete.
We offer fixed fees for this service wherever possible, agreed with you in writing before any work begins, so you know the cost upfront.
We already agreed between ourselves. Why formalise it?
Do consent orders require going to court?