Domestic Violence

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Family violence, also known as domestic violence, is defined within the Family Law Act 1975 (FLA) as violent, threatening or other behaviour by a person that coerces or controls a member of the person’s family or causes the family member to be fearful.

Family violence can extend to physical, sexual, emotional or psychological abuse. Family violence can include behaviour such as restricting access to money, to family members or to cultural support, or even limiting social independence.

It is important to address any potential family or domestic violence issues following separation, particularly when children are involved as exposing a child or children to such violence can be regarded as child abuse.

If you are a victim of family or domestic violence or abuse, and either have or are seeking to have, an apprehended violence order (AVO) put into place, let the team of expert lawyers at Brydens Lawyers assist in explaining what your rights and options are.

HOW CAN A LAWYER ASSIST IN A FAMILY VIOLENCE/DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MATTER?

Bryden Lawyers can provide you with the advice needed as to how domestic or family violence will be treated under the law and how it will affect you and your family.

The expert team at Brydens Lawyers can assist in advising as to what orders you should be seeking and how those orders will be put into effect. Brydens Lawyers can offer assistance in the preparation of apprehended domestic violence orders (AVOs) as well assisting with matters in the Local or District court.

When it comes to an apprehended domestic violence order (AVO), it is imperative to seek legal assistance from an experienced lawyer to ensure you understand your rights, options and obligations.

WHAT WILL THE FAMILY LAWYER ORGANISE FOR YOU?

Brydens Lawyers an assist with negotiations, the drafting of an agreement or prepare your matter for court. We can also arrange family therapy, counselling or other services for you as well as seek the appointment of an Independent Children’s Lawyer if there are is a child/children involved.

WHEN SHOULD YOU CONSULT A FAMILY LAWYER?

You can consult a family lawyer at any stage. However, if you feel an imminent risk or possible harm, please contact the police.

WHAT ARE THE
COSTS INVOLVED?

The legal fee varies on a case by case basis and is dependent upon the age of your children, the instructions you provide to the family lawyer and the nature of the work to be undertaken.

To find out more, contact our office to discuss your matter further.

WHY ARE BRYDEN’S LAWYERS THE RIGHT REPRESENTATION FOR YOU?

Brydens Lawyers provide you with honest and concise advice and provide you with all the information you need when it comes to the parenting arrangements for your child/children at a reasonable cost.

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"I couldn’t be happier with the Family law team at Bryden Lawyers. I dealt with Natalie and Amanda who were both professional and knowledgeable in my case which ran for 2 years. Overall, I was impressed with the way they guided me in that time, and I felt I could make accurate decisions clearly on their advice. This helped achieve a good outcome to the case and in the end, I considered the cost to be very reasonable for the amount of time that was spent on the matter"
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Brenden, a client of our Family Law division.