Family Violence Intervention Orders (FVIO)
Family Violence Intervention Orders (FVIOs) are legal orders made by a Magistrate to protect people from family violence. They can affect where you live, who you can contact, and how you can be involved with your children.
We Help Both Affected Family Members and Respondents
If you need protection: We can help you apply for an intervention order urgently, including interim orders available the same day. Your safety comes first.
If you've been served with an order: An FVIO can have serious consequences β for your living arrangements, your relationship with your children, and future employment. You have the right to contest it.
Related Matters We Handle
- Urgent intervention orders (same-day applications)
- Contesting or varying existing orders
- Safety notices issued by police
- Criminal charges arising from family violence
- Children's arrangements after family violence
- Personal safety intervention orders (PSIO)
Urgent legal help available
Call us now on (03) 9957 6899 if you need urgent assistance with a family violence matter. We understand the urgency and will prioritise your call.
Frequently Asked Questions
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