NSW Exclusive occupation

[Joanne 5]

What is the cost involved in applying for an exclusive occupation order?

 

[Atticus]

Do you already have a case filed, property or parenting?

 

[Joanne 5]

Yes. About to start court proceedings for property settlement. He hasn't lived in the house for 2.5 years. Now has come back. My solicitor says it will cost $7500 to lodge an exclusive occupation order. Seems quite excessive.

 

[Atticus]

So a case IS already filed?

Then it should just be an application in a case.... Basically a form & supporting affidavit.... Your lawyer may be quoting you the cost of filing & arguing your case. Hard to say, but Lawyers aren't cheap...

May be worth getting a second opinion on your chances of success before going down that road

 

[Joanne 5]

That price caught me off guard. We have an agreement to pay at settlement, but because we are now going to court , my solicitor is asking for some payment. I think that's why she quoted so high. Been trying to get a second opinion, but can't afford paying another solicitor. Thanks for the advice.