When filing an initiating application or a response prior to a property settlement, a form 13 financial statement must be completed. This form includes disclosure of all financial resources, superannuation, property, liabilities, employment details and other financial information. You have a duty to update the statement to declare any changes in income. If the matter proceeds to court, the form must be as up-to-date as possible before the final hearing.
The form is an affidavit, a sworn document of the court. When including information into an affidavit, you are swearing to the court that it is true. For this reason, it is important to complete the form truthfully and accurately. To ensure that the form is correctly completed, it would be sensible to obtain the assistance of a solicitor, to avoid problems arising due to errors in the completion of the form.
How can Prime Lawyers help you?
At Prime Lawyers, we have experienced family lawyers who are familiar with this complex area of law. We are able to assist you in completing your form 13 financial statement to minimise the hassle that can arise due to mistakes and ensure that you receive the best possible outcome in your property settlement.
Below is a link to the online form: