Want to separate fairly without high legal fees? The Separation Guide’s DIY Separation Toolkit empowers separating couples to create their own legally-informed agreement for just $150.
Introducing the DIY Separation Toolkit
This online toolkit is a step-by-step video series with downloadable templates, designed to help you and your ex-partner agree on parenting, property and financial matters — without going to court.
You’ll be guided through the key issues to consider, avoid common mistakes, and build a foundation for a legally sound agreement.
What you’ll get:
- Lifetime access to a five-video series (watch anytime at your own pace).
- Templates to fill out as you go.
- Expert guidance on:
– Parenting arrangements
– Dividing property and finances
– Avoiding common mistakes - Confidence to draft your own agreement – on your own terms.
For a fraction of the cost of a single legal consultation, you’ll learn how to separate fairly, communicate clearly, and stay out of court.
Watch the first session FREE
Is the DIY Separation Toolkit right for you?
This toolkit is best for couples who:
- Communicate well and are still amicable
- Trust each other to be open about money
- Are comfortable with a DIY approach
- Want to stay in control and out of court
- Are married or in a de-facto relationship
What happens after you create your agreement?
Once you’ve worked through the toolkit and drafted your agreement, you’ll need to finalise it. You have several options:
1. Informal agreement
Not legally binding or enforceable.
2. File consent orders yourself with The Family Court
Legally binding — but orders may be rejected due to errors or fairness concerns.
3. Hire a professional to draft Consent Orders
Reduces error risk, but doesn’t ensure fairness has been independently reviewed.
4. Engage independent lawyers – Recommended
- Ensures your agreement is fair and legally compliant
- Reduces risk of future claims
- Lawyers in our network honour your DIY work and provide fixed-fee services to review.
- Typical fees range from $1,500–$3,000 + GST per person to draft a Consent Order, versus $500 – $1200 to review the work you’ve already done, which could take as little as an hour.
We can connect you with experienced family lawyers who are aligned with our Ethical Charter and committed to keeping things calm, cost-effective, and out of Court.
You can be confident that they understand the work you’ve put in and will provide their independent opinion on fairness without the risk of untangling your agreement.
Ready to take control of your separation?
Purchase the DIY Separation Toolkit now for $150.
