Relationship breakdowns - How do you sort out maintenance?

IN BRIEF

So, we have a relationship break down – how do we sort the maintenance?

It is one of the most challenging aspects of family law – who gets what and who owes whom - when a relationship breaks down and maintenance is being negotiated.

Consider this article as an overview and checklist to help you navigate your way to a solution.

What is Spousal Maintenance / De Facto Partner Maintenance?

Spousal maintenance or de facto partner maintenance refers to a payment made by one party to the other to assist them to meet their expenses. A spouse and a de facto partner (including a same sex partner) may seek maintenance; however parties do not have an automatic right to maintenance and can only be paid with the agreement of the other party or by obtaining Court orders providing for same.