Intervention Orders are legal protections intended to keep you and your loved ones safe from family violence. We understand that these orders can often be made quickly and may often be unwanted by those subject to them. Whether you are seeking protection from family violence or have been made subject to an intervention order that you do not agree with, we can help you.
If you are experiencing threats, abuse, or violence from a spouse, a Family Violence Intervention Order (FVIO) can offer crucial protection. We can assist you with every aspect of applying for an FVIO, from initial advice and document preparation to fixed fee representation in court hearings. We prioritise options for you to feel safe and secure and prevent further harm.
In some situations, you may be subject to an intervention order that should not have been granted. We assist you with reviewing the application filed, understanding the terms of the intervention order, the consequences for non-compliance and how to approach the order as you seek to move forward with your life. We prioritise no-fuss pragmatism to seek to get this sorted.
In situations where immediate protection is necessary, the police can issue a Family Violence Intervention Order on your behalf. We help you understand the implications of a police-issued application, assist with any follow-up legal processes and fixed fee representation as may be required. If you are protected by a police initiated intervention order, you do not need to get a lawyer for the first hearing, although you may want to obtain advice before giving a statement.
If you are subject to a police-issued intervention order, you may not want it to be in place or may be seeking to reconcile with your spouse. We assist you with reviewing the application filed, understanding the terms of the intervention order, the consequences for non-compliance and how to approach the order as you seek to move forward with your life and your relationship. We prioritise no-fuss pragmatism to seek to get this sorted.
Navigating parenting arrangements when an Intervention Order (IVO) is in place can be complex and emotionally taxing. We offer targeted advice to help you understand your rights and responsibilities subject to the terms of any intervention order. As the consequences for non-compliance can be serious, we recommend that you consult with a lawyer.
In our court-based advocacy, we seek exceptions to enable both parents to spend time with the children subject to written agreement by consent or family law court orders. There are several options for you to move toward spending time with your children, where we recommend that you proactively consult with a family law solicitor to provide you with options and next steps.
Family Violence is defined broadly in Victoria to include physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse. We are grounded in our approach to family violence, engaging with sensitivity and concern while advising on potential legal implications for different circumstances. It is not uncommon to speak with a client who has some form of family violence in their story.
Whether you seek assistance in obtaining an intervention order, want to navigate safe custody arrangements, or access relevant support services, our experienced team is here to help. With an understanding of the broader person, we also understand that advice in relation to family violence may involve broader considerations and referrals to other services beyond family law.
To apply for a Family Violence Intervention Order (FVIO), you need to complete an application form detailing the incidents of family violence. This may be submitted online to the Magistrates’ Court before a brief hearing will then be scheduled. You may otherwise attend your local Magistrates’ Court (located in Dandenong, Frankston or Ringwood) to apply.
Our firm provides expert guidance and representation throughout this process, ensuring your application is thorough and effectively presented. In the absence of an emergency, we generally recommend that you make an initial consultation to understand your rights in relation to family law and the potential implications of obtaining an order for you and your family before acting.
We understand that there are many intervention orders that are obtained without a proper basis and that these orders can have drastic implications for you, your work, and your family.
While it is not easy to “get rid of” an intervention order, we can assist you to minimise the disruption caused by such an order, assist you to regain your footing and to focus on the key factors to ensure that you can move forward and minimise the fallout for your lifestyle.
If an intervention order is not resolved, you can reasonably expect 3 to 4 court hearings over a period of 12 months before the evidence is tested and a determination is made by a Court.
While an intervention order is a civil matter, a breach of an intervention order is a criminal matter. The police can take alleged breaches of intervention orders very seriously, where you may be facing criminal charges for even an unintentional breach of an intervention order.
The police (and the Courts) will not accept ignorance of the terms of the order as an excuse for breaching an intervention order. If you are the protected person, we encourage you to keep a record of every alleged breach and to report this to the police where they can decide whether to escalate the situation or prosecute.
If you have been charged with breaching an intervention order, we recommend that you engage legal assistance as a matter of priority. It may be important to minimise the potential consequences, especially if a conviction may affect your ability to work with children, to hold a gun licence, professional association, or otherwise affect your current lifestyle.
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