For our comprehensive legal analysis, read our Complete Legal Guide to Domestic & Family Violence in Queensland , covering everything from safety orders and coercive control laws to weapons licence impacts and interstate recognition.
Our Domestic Violence Services
Protection Order Applications (DVOs) We assist individuals in applying for Domestic Violence Orders to ensure their safety and the safety of their children. We can move immediately to seek a temporary protection order where the risk is urgent, and guide you through private applications when you prefer not to rely solely on the police. We also apply to vary existing orders to better reflect your current circumstances.
Defence and Representation If an application for a DVO has been made against you, we provide a robust defence to ensure the facts are presented fairly. This includes representation at hearings to dispute the necessity of an order, advice on consenting without admissions as a strategic way to resolve the matter, and assistance in cross-applications where both parties have filed.
Intersection with Family Law Domestic violence frequently overlaps with parenting and property matters. A DVO can significantly affect parenting arrangements and property settlement negotiations. We provide integrated advice that considers the full impact of a DVO on your broader family law position.
[!WARNING] Legal Protection Is Available Immediately You do not have to wait for violence to escalate before seeking legal protection. A Domestic Violence Order can be applied for urgently, and a temporary protection order can be in place within hours. Coercive control became a criminal offence in Queensland in 2023.
Contact our team confidentially today for sensitive, private legal advice on your options. If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
