Could JustFund be right for you?
If you are wondering, “Am I eligible for legal funding?”, our quick eligibility form is a good place to start. It takes around two minutes and asks a few simple questions about your legal matter, available assets and whether you are working with a lawyer.
JustFund provides funding for eligible family law and estate matters. Every application is different, so completing the form does not guarantee approval. It does help our team understand your situation and see whether our funding is suitable for you.
JustFund collects this information to assess if you may qualify for funding with us. Refer to our privacy policy for further information.
Family law funding eligibility
Family law funding may be available if you are going through a separation or divorce involving property division.
When looking at family law funding eligibility, we may consider:
- Whether your matter involves a property settlement
- The assets and net equity within the property pool
- How much funding you need
- How much you are likely to receive from the settlement
- Any time limits or other factors affecting your matter
Assets that may be taken into account include real estate, money held in a solicitor’s or conveyancer’s trust account and independently valued businesses.
If both you and your former partner need assistance, dual-party funding may be available.
JustFund may also provide funding for estate matters. Applications may be made by executors, administrators and, in some situations, beneficiaries.
Estate funding can potentially help cover:
- Probate, court and filing fees
- Legal and estate administration costs
- Funeral or property-related expenses
- The costs of an estate dispute
- Early access to an expected inheritance
Our team may look at the estate’s assets, its ability to meet its debts, your role in the estate and how the funding will be repaid.
What information will you need?
The legal funding requirements in Australia can differ between providers. At JustFund, we look beyond your current bank balance and consider the matter as a whole.
To help us assess your application, we may ask for information about:
- Your family law or estate matter
- Your lawyer and expected legal costs
- Your expected settlement or inheritance
- The amount of funding you need
- The proposed source of repayment
If you would like to understand your options before starting, read more about funding for legal fees, ways to finance your legal expenses or litigation funding for family law matters.
Let us help you secure a better tomorrow.
Check your legal funding eligibility in Australia
Complete our two-minute eligibility form to find out whether you qualify for legal fee funding. You can also apply online, and our team will contact you within one business day.
If you have questions or would rather speak with someone first, call our friendly team on 1300 644 980. We will listen to your situation, explain the next steps and help you get started.
FAQs
What factors determine eligibility for family law funding?
When checking who qualifies for family law funding, we look at the nature of your matter, the assets in the property pool, the likely settlement, the amount you need and how the funding would be repaid.
Can I qualify for divorce or separation funding if I don’t have cash upfront?
Yes. There are no upfront fees or charges to apply for a line of credit with JustFund. We establish a line of credit based on your expected settlement, and you do not repay until funds are dispersed from the settlement or the estate. This may take weeks or months – but you don’t have to worry about making monthly payments of any kind. Eligibility for divorce funding is based on several factors, including your property matter, available assets, expected settlement and repayment pathway.
Do I need a lawyer to be eligible for litigation or legal funding?
Yes. For family law funding, you need to have a solicitor supporting you before your application can be approved. Estate funding is handled on a case by case basis.
JustFund collects this information to assess if you may qualify for funding with us. Refer to our privacy policy for further information.