Family Law and your super
Last Updated : 09 Dec 2008
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Current family law legislation allows divorcing couples to split their superannuation balances between them.  This means that divorcing couples no longer have to use other assets to help finalise property settlements involving superannuation. 

Superannuation funds like AGEST Super are required to act on a Court order to split a super benefit into two, in the proportions outlined in the order.  This means that we will split your accumulated account into two separate accounts - one for the member and one for the (former) spouse. The spouse is able to leave their benefit with us or transfer it elsewhere.

Alternatively we may be ordered to 'flag' a benefit for splitting at a later date.

There are no additional fees payable for any service we provide to you in relation to Family Law legislation. That is, our low simple administration fee structure covers family law matters as well.

If you are affected by this legislation, we suggest that you seek legal and/or financial advice.

If this legislation is relevant to you and you wish to learn more about or it or if you wish to apply for information from us in respect of your or your spouse's account, then download our Family Law Guide.


Other Forms

  • Family Law Guide

    Form to access certain information about the superannuation account of your partner in accordance with Family Law legislation.

 


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This website, and documents linked to it, provides information of a general nature. It has been prepared without taking into account your particular needs, circumstances and objectives. You should assess your own financial situation and read our combined Product Disclosure Statement and Financial Services Guide before making an investment decision. The Trustee of AGEST (Australian Government Employees Superannuation Trust) is AGEST Super Pty Ltd, ABN 44 007 390 392, SPIN AGE0101AU and AFSL 233707, RSE Licence L0000383, RSE Registration R1001556.