Free WA Court Form Guidance — FVRO, Divorce & Family Law | CaseMateFree WA Court Form Guidance — FVRO, Divorce & Family Law | CaseMate

Important Notice

CaseMate is a Self-Help Guidance Tool

We provide educational guidance to help you understand and fill in official court forms yourself. We do NOT provide legal advice or prepare documents for you.

We provide guidance & coaching only
You fill in official court forms yourself
AI suggestions may contain errors
For legal advice, consult a lawyer

Legal Aid WA: 1300 650 579 | Community Legal Centres: communitylegalwa.org.au

For Western Australians

Separation is hard enough.
The paperwork shouldn't be.

We help you understand what's actually involved — the forms, the fees, the timelines. No legal jargon, no surprises.

See What's Included

Browse free · Pay only when you're ready

Watch: How CaseMate helps you navigate family law (1:26)

1

Pick your situation

Divorce? Parenting? Property? FVRO? We'll show you exactly what applies to you.

2

Understand what's involved

Forms, fees, timelines, requirements — all explained in plain English.

3

Get help when you need it

Use our tools and AI assistant for the tricky bits. Work at your own pace.

Understanding the Process

What Happens After Separation?

When a relationship ends, there are usually several matters to sort out. Here is the typical order according to the Family Court of Western Australia:

1

Immediate Safety (FVRO)

If there is family violence, an FVRO can be applied for at any time — even before separation. This is FREE to file.

Learn about FVROs
2

Children & Parenting Arrangements

Decide where children will live, time with each parent, and how decisions are made. Family Dispute Resolution is usually required first.

Learn about Parenting Orders
3

Property & Financial Settlement

Divide assets (home, super, savings) and liabilities (debts, loans). Must be done within 2 years of divorce.

Learn about Property Division
4

Divorce (Legal End of Marriage)

You must be separated for 12 months before applying. The divorce itself does not deal with children or property.

Learn about Divorce

You do not need to do all of these, and they can sometimes happen at the same time. Every situation is different. Visit Family Court WA for official information.

Start for free — explore before you commit

View your full Legal Journey Map
5 AI chat questions per month
FVRO guidance always free for everyone
Start Free Exploration

Upgrade anytime to unlock Smart Form Automation, unlimited AI Chat, Affidavit Coach and more.
50% off for Health Care Card, Pension, or DVA card holders.

See how it works

Sarah's divorce journey — step by step

Sarah was separating after 8 years. She didn't know where to start or what was required. Here's how CaseMate helped her navigate the process:

Step 1

She opened her Divorce Journey Map — 5 clear stages showed her exactly what lay ahead

Step 2

Smart Form Guidance walked her through Form 3 in plain English

Step 3

The AI Affidavit Coach helped her structure her statement clearly

Step 4

The Asset & Liability Calculator helped her prepare for financial settlement

Final Step

She filed through eCourts — informed, prepared, and confident

This is legal information to help you understand the process — not legal advice.

See the Divorce Journey Map
Sarah's Progress
Separation
12-month wait
Form 3 Submitted
Court Date Set
Divorce Granted
Successfully completed with CaseMate guidance

CaseMate provides general legal information only — not legal advice. For advice specific to your situation, contact Legal Aid WA (1300 650 579) or a Community Legal Centre.

From WA Users

What others are saying

Real feedback from people who've been through the process

"Honestly, I was dreading having to figure out all the paperwork. CaseMate broke it down so I actually understood what I was doing. Worth every cent."

S
SarahDivorce · Perth

"The affidavit guidance was a lifesaver. I went into mediation feeling like I actually knew what I was talking about for once."

J
JamesParenting Orders · Mandurah

"So much less overwhelming than I expected. The asset calculator alone saved me hours of confusion."

M
MichelleProperty Settlement · Bunbury

"I needed to act fast. The FVRO guide was clear and free — got my application sorted in one afternoon."

D
DavidFVRO · Fremantle

"I kept putting off dealing with my divorce because it felt too complicated. This made it manageable."

E
EmmaDivorce · Joondalup

"My ex and I agreed on everything but couldn't figure out the forms. The AI chat answered questions I was too embarrassed to ask anyone else."

R
RobConsent Orders · Rockingham
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about CaseMate and family law

General Questions

Still have questions?