New laws allowing separated de facto couples in Western Australia to split their superannuation interests finally commenced on 28 September 2022.
Before this change, de facto couples in Western Australia were the only de facto couples in Australia who could not legally split their superannuation.
The new laws apply to de facto couples who have separated before 28 September 2022 but have not obtained final property and financial orders in the Family Court of Western Australia, and all de facto couples who separate after 28 September 2022.
De facto couples who have already obtained final property and financial orders will not be able to split their superannuation interests under the new laws.
If you are looking for advice regarding your de facto separation and superannuation splitting, our family lawyers would be happy to assist you. Please feel free to contact us on (08) 9305 9529.