She's On The Money What a Family Lawyer Wishes Every Woman Knew About Money and Relationships
Jan 20, 2026
In this insightful discussion, guest Claire Walczak, an accredited family law specialist with over 13 years of experience, sheds light on critical financial issues in relationships. She reveals the often-overlooked consequences of assuming money will sort itself out and how this mindset predominantly affects women. Claire discusses the importance of binding financial agreements, debunks myths about property and superannuation, and emphasizes the significance of early financial behaviors. Listeners gain practical insights on safeguarding their finances while nurturing healthy relationships.
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Super Is Property Too
- Superannuation is treated as property and can be split in settlements, contrary to common belief it is quarantined.
- Ownership on title alone doesn't determine entitlement in family law; all assets go on the balance sheet.
Plan For Super Equalisation
- Expect superannuation to be equalised in long relationships (around 10 years) and possibly adjusted in shorter ones.
- Factor expected super splits into planning if one partner paused career for caregiving.
Value Unpaid Domestic Contributions
- Unpaid homemaker and parenting contributions are assessed equally with financial contributions by the court.
- Don't assume lower earning or domestic work reduces your legal entitlement on separation.