Intervention orders are serious legal instruments — and whether you are seeking one for your protection or you have been served with one, you need clear legal advice quickly. The process moves fast, and the outcome can have lasting consequences for your safety, your family relationships, and your broader family law matter.
As intervention order lawyers Melbourne residents rely on, Freemont Family Lawyers assists both applicants and respondents at the Magistrates' Court. In Victoria, there are two types of intervention order: a Family Violence Intervention Order (FVIO), which addresses violence or abuse between family members, and a Personal Safety Intervention Order (PSIO), which applies between people who are not family members — such as neighbours or colleagues. Both are heard at the Magistrates' Court, and both require careful legal handling from day one.
We listen carefully and without judgement — whether you are seeking protection or have been served with an order you believe is unjust. Both situations deserve serious legal attention.
We explain the difference between FVIOs and PSIOs, how the process works at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court, and what your options are — including the real-world consequences of each path.
We act promptly to protect your safety or your record — appearing at court on your behalf, negotiating conditions where appropriate, and always keeping your broader family law interests in view.
Tell us your situation. We will explain whether an FVIO or PSIO applies, and what to do next.
For applicants: interim order applications. For respondents: understanding conditions and family law implications.
We appear at the Magistrates' Court prepared and on time — whether for a hearing, mention or contest.
Orders finalised. Your safety and legal position protected for what comes next.
We assist both sides. Every person involved in an intervention order matter deserves proper legal advice.
We appear at Melbourne Magistrates' Court frequently and understand how intervention order matters are handled.
An IVO can directly affect parenting and property proceedings. We ensure your intervention order strategy doesn't harm your family law position.
Intervention order matters often cannot wait. We prioritise urgent calls and same-day advice where possible.
A Family Violence Intervention Order (FVIO) protects people from family violence committed by a family member — including current or former partners, parents and children. A Personal Safety Intervention Order (PSIO) protects people from harassment, stalking or harm by someone who is not a family member. Both are heard at the Magistrates' Court. This is general information only.
In urgent situations, an interim FVIO or PSIO can be granted by the court on the same day, sometimes without the other party being present. Police can also apply for an FVIO on your behalf. This is general information only.
An intervention order itself is a civil order — it does not create a criminal record. However, breaching an intervention order is a criminal offence and can result in charges. This is general information only.
This is an important decision that depends on your circumstances. Consenting without admission may seem simpler, but it can have implications for parenting proceedings, future employment checks, working with children cards, employment pathways, some licenses and firearms licenses. You should get legal advice before deciding. This is general information only.
Breaching an intervention order is a criminal offence in Victoria. The police can charge the person who breached the order, and the matter is heard in the Magistrates' Court. If you are the protected person and the order has been breached, contact police and then a lawyer. This is general information only.
The information on this page is general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Your situation is unique — please contact us for advice specific to your circumstances.
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