Family & Domestic Violence

What Happens If an ADVO Is Breached? Your Legal Options Explained Breaching an ADVO is not a minor issue. It is a criminal offence.  For many people, the situation is confusing and often escalates quickly. A message sent in frustration. An unexpected encounter. A misunderstanding about what the order allows.  Suddenly, you are dealing with police involvement and potential court proceedings.  If you are navigating separation and there is an ADVO in place, understanding your legal

How to Apply for an ADVO in NSW: Process, Costs and What to Expect Applying for an ADVO (Apprehended Domestic Violence Order) is often not something people plan for.  It usually follows a period of uncertainty. Communication has broken down. Boundaries have been crossed. There may be concern about safety, escalation or ongoing contact.  At that point, many people are simply trying to understand one thing:  How do I apply for an ADVO, and what happens next? 

What is Family and Domestic Violence & How to Talk to Your Kids About It We are going to state this right from the outset, family violence is never okay. We all know this. But it can be difficult calling family violence out. What Is Family Violence A definition of “Family Violence” I came across when I was researching for my book, “The Splits“, is as follows: “Family violence is any threatening, coercive, dominating or

Expert Legal Support for Domestic Violence Survivors How Can O’Loan Family Law Assist Survivors of Domestic Violence? Navigating the complexities of family law can be especially challenging for survivors of domestic violence. At O’Loan Family Law, we understand the unique difficulties you face and offer tailored support to help you through this difficult time. Here’s how we can assist you with various aspects of your legal situation: What Are My Entitlements? We can provide general

Family And Domestic Violence And The Signs To Look Out For I’m going to say right from the outset, family violence is never okay. We all know this. But it can be difficult calling family violence out. A definition I came across when I was researching for this article is: “Family violence is any threatening, coercive, dominating or abusive behaviour that occurs between people in a family, domestic or intimate relationship, or former intimate relationship,