Many clients come to us for advice not only in relation to
family law issues but also potential criminal or quasi-criminal
issues due to events that occurred throughout the relationship, at
separation or following.
As separation can often be a very difficult and highly emotional
time, some parties can say or do things that would otherwise cause
the other person to be fearful of them. It may also be the case
that parties who have been abusive or aggressive during the
relationship, become more so at the time where the other party
wants to leave, heightening fear and making it difficult to
navigate separation safely and effectively.
It is therefore important that you seek advice or get assistance
in relation to the steps that can be put in place to protect you
and your children or any one in a domestic relationship with you
from the other party. If you have any questions about whether you
should seek an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order against the
other person, or
