Arrangements about children for separated heterosexual defacto couples are decided using the same principles, and, if necessary, the same courts, as for separated married couples. See our children's page.
The law relating to disputes about property settlements for separated de facto couples changed significantly in Victoria on 1 December 2008. Further changes will occur in 2009 when new Commonwealth legislation comes into force. We are currently updating this page for those changes. In the meantime please contact us for further information.