Urgent Protection When You Need It Most If you or your children are at risk, we act immediately to obtain protection orders and safe parenting arrangements.
Physical violence. Threats. Controlling behavior. Emotional abuse.
If you or your children are at risk, you need immediate legal protection.
You don't have to wait for physical violence to occur. Threats and controlling behavior are enough.
Intervention Orders (FVIOs) are court orders that:
We file applications if you need protection. We defend applications if unfair allegations have been made against you.
If immediate protection is needed, we seek urgent temporary orders before a full hearing.
Interim orders can:
We act fast when safety is at risk.
We refine conditions and exceptions that work in real life:
Orders must be practical and enforceable.
At the final hearing, we present focused evidence and advocate strongly for appropriate conditions.
Evidence includes:
We prepare comprehensive evidence packages that courts rely on.
Safety is paramount. Conditions can limit contact or require supervised time with children.
We coordinate parenting and FVIO orders to avoid conflict:
If allegations are unfair, we protect your rights and reputation while ensuring any parenting plan reflects genuine safety needs.
Breaching an FVIO is a criminal offense.
We advise on evidence collection and next steps.
Emergency orders: Can be granted same-day by magistrate (ex-parte, without the other party present)
Interim orders: Usually granted within days at initial court mention
Final orders:Typically 4-8 weeks after initial application, but can be longer if contested
If immediate danger exists, police can apply for emergency intervention orders 24/7.
False allegations are serious and damaging. We defend vigorously:
Even if an interim order is made, it's not a finding of guilt. Final hearings determine whether orders should remain.
Protect your reputation and parenting rights by engaging a lawyer immediately.
Police applications: The applicant is Victoria Police, not you. You can't withdraw it, but you can inform police you don't support continuation.
Private applications: You can request withdrawal, but the court decides whether to grant it based on safety considerations.
Courts are cautious about withdrawing FVIOs due to victim safety concerns.
Courts prioritise children's safety. If family violence exists:
Protecting children from exposure to family violence is a primary consideration in parenting cases.
Family violence matters move fast. You need speed, care, and precision.
You get practical advice, clear timelines, and a lawyer beside you at each step.
Don't wait if you're at risk. We respond immediately to urgent family violence matters.
Melbourne CBD | Mornington Immediate response for safety concerns. If immediate danger: Call 000 (Police)
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