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.

WHEN SHOULD YOU CONSULT A FAMILY LAWYER?

You can consult one of the expert team of family lawyers at Brydens Lawyers at any time to assist with a family violence or domestic violence matter. However, if you or another family member feel that you are at imminent risk of possible harm, please contact the police on 000 without delay.

WHAT WILL THE FAMILY LAWYER ORGANISE FOR YOU?

The expert team at Brydens Lawyers can assist with negotiations, the drafting of agreements or prepare your matter for the Local or District court. Brydens Lawyers can also arrange family therapy, counselling or other services that may be required. We can assist with the appointment of an Independent Children’s Lawyer if there is a child or children involved. We can also assist by providing advice concerning the Crimes Act (1900) and in particular, the rights that you have and the paths available to obtain a family violence or apprehended violence order.

WHAT ARE THE
COSTS INVOLVED?

The legal fee will vary on a case by case basis and are largely dependent upon the age of the children, the instructions that you provide to the family lawyer and the nature of the work to be undertaken.

To find out more, contact Brydens Lawyers on 1800 848 848 to discuss your particular matter.

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

Our team of expert lawyers at Brydens Lawyers understand the sensitivity that surrounds family violence or domestic violence cases, as well as the complicated family relationships that may exist due to a family violence or domestic violence situation. Brydens Lawyers is able to assist with all elements of family violence cases whether that be dealing with apprehended domestic violence orders (AVOs), the reporting of or defending sexual assault cases and any other type of apprehended personal violence matters.

Brydens Lawyers will provide you with expert and concise legal advice, as well as equipping you with all the information that you will need when it comes to parenting arrangements for your child or children at a reasonable cost. This is particularly so when dealing with these matters in family violence or domestic violence circumstances. If you are looking for expert legal advice and representation by lawyers who can assist with any aspect of a family violence or domestic violence situation, let our team of expert family lawyers at Brydens Lawyers assist you today.

For all your expert legal advice and representation in any family law matter, contact Brydens Lawyers without delay on 1800 848 848.

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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.