Family Law Resources

Learn more about family violence below and browse our list of useful links to help further your knowledge. We value our clients’ peace of mind and know that understanding the basics surrounding the Victorian family law system can help to put your mind at ease.

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Family Violence FAQs and Resources

Family and domestic violence is any violent, threatening, coercive or controlling behaviour that occurs in current or past family, domestic or intimate relationships. This includes not only physical injury but direct or indirect threats, sexual assault, emotional and psychological torment, economic control, damage to property, social isolation and any behaviour which causes a person to live in fear.

What is family violence? by the Department of Health and Human Services, State Government of Victoria (published 1 February 2018).

Family violence affects men, women and children.

Family violence is predominantly, but not exclusively, perpetrated by men against women and children. Violence can occur in any kind of relationship including, lesbian relationships and against older people and people with a disability.

What is family violence? by the Department of Health and Human Services, State Government of Victoria (published 1 February 2018).

Our Accredited Specialist Family Lawyers can help you to develop a safety plan for you and your loved ones. We offer safety plans to all of our Family Violence Intervention Order clients.

The Department of Health and Human Services provides support services for people and their children who are affected by family violence.

What is Family Violence? - legal information in relation to Family Violence from the Family Court of Australia.

DHHS: Family Violence - information and support for people concerned affected by Family Violence provided by the Department of Health and Human Services.

The White Ribbon Foundation Website has information about resources for women affected by family violence.

Request your initial consultation with an Accredited Specialist in Family Law today