The Intersection of Intervention Orders & Family Law Proceedings

Family lawyers often guide families through some of life’s toughest challenges, often involving highly emotional family law matters. Applications for family violence Intervention Orders are common and can be highly emotional. The making of an Interim or Final Intervention Order can have an immediate and significant impact on parties, including removal from the parties’ former residence or restrictions on parenting responsibilities, leading to significant consequences for parenting matters. 

By reference to recent cases and developments, this seminar will explore the manner and consequences of making an Application for an Intervention Order whilst family law proceedings are contemplated or commenced, including:  

• Options and potential consequences for parties; 
• Critical tips on making or defending Applications on behalf of your client, including Applications made by Victoria Police; 
• Appeals and variations; 
• The interaction between family violence intervention orders and the Family Law Act 1975 including: 
  • Sole use and occupancy orders; 
  • Inconsistent orders (section 68Q). 
• Recent case updates. 

By attending you will understand the intersection between IVO and family law proceedings!