Domestic and family violence

Domestic and family violence is an issue we frequently encounter in our family law practice. We have a strong track record of success working with client’s who have experienced family violence.
We understand the risks and complexities unique to these matters, and we will guide you with patience and respect.
Separation never occurs in a vacuum, and this is reflected in the sheer volume of matters before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia involving allegations of domestic and family violence, including coercive control and narcistic abuse.
Family violence includes violent, threatening or other behaviour that coerces or controls a member of that person’s family or causes them to be fearful. the behaviours experienced during the breakdown of a relationship, which can be the grounds for a protection order.
In some cases, domestic and family violence is situational. In other cases, there may be a significant history of family violence with deeply entrenched patterns of behaviour resulting in a cycle of fear control.