Jonson Leo

Domestic violence can significantly affect family law matters, particularly when parenting arrangements or shared property are involved. At Just Family Law, our domestic violence lawyers assist individuals in Glen Waverley with experienced, compassionate advice and representation. With more than 25 years of experience, we are committed to protecting your safety, your rights, and your long-term legal outcomes.

Victorian law, as set by Parliament, recognises that family violence is most often committed by men against women. In the discussion below, we use language that reflects this legal framework. We understand this may not apply to every case, and we apologise if the wording appears one-sided. Our job is to advocate clearly and firmly for our client’s position, whatever their circumstances.

We regularly assist in matters where intervention orders are affecting a parent’s ability to spend time with their children, access the family home, or resolve parenting and property issues. Whether you need protection or believe an unfair order has been made against you, our intervention order lawyers in Glen Waverley are here to help. We typically assist clients in three key areas:

• Applying for or responding to intervention orders (including IVOs, AVOs, and personal safety notices)
• Demonstrating how family violence has affected a party’s financial entitlements in property settlements
• Ensuring parenting orders account for safety concerns and the best interests of the children

We will guide you in deciding whether urgent protection is needed or whether a more flexible, longer-term approach would better support your goals. We also challenge orders that may be overly broad or inappropriate given the circumstances.

Following separation, our broader strategy is to assess the risk of future violence or allegations and then shift focus to securing safe, stable parenting arrangements and fair financial outcomes. In many cases, resolving intervention order matters promptly in the Magistrates Court helps preserve legal resources for the more lasting family law decisions ahead.

When representing mothers, we seek protection orders that provide clarity around children and property. When acting for fathers impacted by intervention orders, especially where contact with children is at stake, we aim to resolve proceedings quickly and redirect the matter to the Family Court or Federal Circuit Court, where the law focuses on the best interests of the children.

What should I do now?

If you have received or are considering applying for an intervention order, you should:

• Read the order carefully and understand the conditions
• Comply with all terms
• Attend any required court dates
• Obtain legal advice before your first (and ideally only) court appearance

To speak with a domestic violence lawyer or an intervention order lawyer in Glen Waverley, contact Just Family Law on 03 9793 7888 for a confidential consultation. We support clients throughout Glen Waverley and nearby areas with trusted, effective legal advice and representation.