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36 Years
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Trusted Legal Financial Agreements in Australia
Established in 1990, RP Emery has been a trusted provider of professionally drafted legal contract templates across Australia. Our focus on family law matters, including financial agreements, divorce settlements, and separation documentation, empowers couples to manage property divisions efficiently without costly litigation. Collaborating with experienced solicitors, we ensure all documents comply with the Family Law Act and state regulations. Our user-friendly templates, available for instant download, are written in plain English to simplify complex legal processes.With a dedicated legal review service at competitive rates, we prioritise accessibility, transparency, and client empowerment. Our team, led by directors with over 14 years of industry expertise, combines technical knowledge with customer-centric support to deliver reliable solutions. By streamlining legal procedures, we help clients achieve peaceful, cost-effective resolutions while maintaining confidentiality and control over their agreements.
Services
Financial Agreements
De Facto Agreements
Divorce Settlements
Separation Agreements
Same Sex Agreements
Superannuation Division
Legal Review Service
Document Templates
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of experience in legal template publishing
- Documents drafted by Australian family law experts
- Instant downloads with clear, plain English instructions
- Affordable legal review service with certified lawyers
- Compliance with Commonwealth and state legislation
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Services
Financial Agreements
Financial Agreements allow couples to define property division terms in case of relationship breakdown. Compliant with Australian law, these documents prevent court intervention, reduce conflict, and ensure clarity. Our templates cater to de facto, married, and same-sex couples, offering flexibility and legal certainty.
De Facto Agreements
De Facto Financial Agreements address property and financial resource division for unmarried couples. Tailored to relationship stages (pre-, during, or post-cohabitation), these agreements provide security and transparency. Available for all Australian states, including Western Australia's specific regulations.
Divorce Settlements
Our divorce settlement kits facilitate property division and spousal maintenance arrangements without court proceedings. Aligned with Section 90D of the Family Law Act, these templates ensure confidentiality and cost savings while maintaining legal enforceability through certified independent advice.
Separation Agreements
Separation Agreements formalise financial arrangements post-relationship breakdown. Covering asset division, debts, and maintenance, these documents apply to married and de facto couples. Professionally drafted to meet Sections 90C and 90UD of the Family Law Act, they prioritise amicable resolutions.
Legal Review Service
Our Legal Review Service connects clients with licensed lawyers for mandatory independent advice. This step ensures agreements meet legal requirements, with reduced-rate certification available for both parties. The process guarantees enforceability while maintaining accessibility and affordability.
People
Ian MacLeod
Director
Ian MacLeod oversees legal operations and customer relations at RP Emery, bridging legal expertise with client needs. With 14+ years of experience, he specialises in simplifying contract usage and legislative compliance for accessible legal solutions.
Nadia MacLeod
Marketing Director
Nadia MacLeod leads marketing initiatives at RP Emery, focusing on demystifying legal processes for non-lawyers. Her work emphasizes user-friendly design and clear communication to enhance accessibility and client confidence in legal documentation.
Steve Heptonstall
Family Law Expert
Steve Heptonstall, a solicitor with 20+ years of experience, provides legal certification for RP Emery's agreements. Specialising in family law and mediation, he ensures clients receive expert guidance on property settlements and financial agreements.
Carolyn Byrne
Estate Planning Lawyer
Carolyn Byrne, a senior legal advisor, contributes expertise in family law and estate planning. With academic and practical experience, she certifies agreements while addressing clients' long-term legal and financial security needs.
Richard Hamilton
Family Law Mediator
Richard Hamilton, a family law specialist, reviews agreements and advises on complex property settlements. His mediation experience and court representation background ensure comprehensive legal validation for RP Emery's clients.
Questions
Are your financial agreements legally binding?
Yes, when signed with certified independent legal advice. Our templates meet Australian law requirements under the Family Law Act for enforceability.
Can I use these agreements without a lawyer?
Our templates guide you through the process, but independent legal certification is required for binding status. We offer affordable review services with licensed lawyers.
How quickly can I get my agreement finalised?
Most clients complete agreements within days using our instant-download templates. Legal review typically takes 1-3 business days with our partner lawyers.
Do you offer state-specific agreements?
Yes, our documents comply with all Australian states and territories, including Western Australia's unique regulations for de facto relationships.
What's included in the agreement kits?
Each kit contains the legal template, step-by-step instructions, sample agreements, and optional legal review service with certified family law experts.
Can agreements be modified after signing?
Post-signature changes require new documentation and legal certification. Our templates include provisions for future contingencies to minimise amendment needs.
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