Understanding Contributions in Family Law Property Settlements When a relationship ends, whether through separation or divorce, the question of who gets what becomes central. Property division under section 79 of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) can be complex, especially when it comes to assessing the value and weight of each party’s contributions. Contrary to widespread belief, the law does not treat property division like a balance sheet. The Full Court of the Family Court of Australia tackled this issue...
