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Coutts provides expert legal advice and assistance throughout the process of a domestic violence and family violence. Our team is highly experienced in handling the delicate and complex nature of domestic violence cases, from evacuation to court appearances, parenting orders and . Our approach to domestic and family violence is comprehensive, and we are committed to protecting the rights and well-being of our clients with compassion and precision.
Luisa Gaetani
Partner & Accredited Specialist, Family Law
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What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic and family violence is behaviour that coerces, controls or causes a person to be afraid. The abuse can happen in different ways. You do not need to be physically hurt to have experienced domestic and family violence.
Some examples of behaviours which may be domestic and family violence are listed here. Domestic and family violence is often about a pattern of behaviour that causes fear.
Everyone has a right to feel safe and to live free from violence, and the first step is always to seek advice from trusted parties.
How can Coutts help?
Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers will deal with your Domestic Violence matter with empathy and compassion. We can provide assistance through things like Domestic Violence or Intervention Orders to offer you protection. A Domestic Violence Order is an order that can protect a person from domestic and family violence by setting out rules that the other person must follow. It can help to keep you safe by making it illegal for that person to break those rules or to use or threaten to use domestic and family violence against you.
We can also and make arrangements for any children after separation and put in place Parenting Orders to ensure that your children are protected at all times.
It’s normal to feel overwhelmed or unsafe if you have been affected by domestic or family violence. Our team, from enquiry through to Court (if required) can assist you at each stage to ensure that you are offered safety and options at each stage of your matter.
What to Expect with Coutts Lawyers
Step 1: Initial Contact
Reach out to Coutts Lawyers via our website, phone, or in person. Briefly describe your matter.
Step 2: Consultation Appointment
Schedule and attend a meeting with a Coutts lawyer to discuss the specifics of your matter and desired outcomes.
Step 3: Information & Legal Advice
Share all related documents and information. Your lawyer will review everything, clarify aspects as needed, and then advise on the best action course.
Step 4: Action Plan Development
Based on the advice, an appropriate action plan will be formulated. This may involve communication, documentation processes, or further legal steps.
Step 5: Implementation
Execute the action plan, addressing a range of legal scenarios as necessary.
Step 6: Resolution & Closure
Navigate towards a resolution, with the path determined by the nature of the matter. Your Lawyer will outline any final actions or considerations.
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Introducing Carolyn
Your Compassionate Lawyer
Meet Luisa, a Partner at Coutts Lawyers & Conveyancers, and an Accredited Family Law specialist. Luisa is the head of our esteemed Family Law team. Boasting over a decade of expertise, Luisa blends sensitivity with practicality, forging deep connections and trust with her clients. Her reputation as a foremost authority in Family Law is well-deserved and her personal blend of empathy, practicality and experience is what makes her a trusted source of help in times of crisis.
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Domestic Violence FAQ’s
When offences occur in the context of a domestic relationship, the Courts in NSW take special considerations under section 4A of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999. The starting point for sentences in domestic violence matters is either full-time custodial sentence or supervision. The safety of the victim is the paramount concern, and the Courts must consider the potential effect of any alternate sentence on the victim’s safety before imposing an alternate to full-time custody.
Yes, the Court can impose an alternative sentence, but it must give its reasons for doing so and must consider the potential effect of any alternate sentence on the victim’s safety before imposing an alternate to full-time custody.
Section 4A of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 mandates that a full-time custodial sentence must be imposed on an individual who breaches an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) with an act of violence in a domestic violence context.
Seeking legal advice is crucial because domestic violence offences are taken very seriously by the Courts, and there is an increased focus on protecting the victims of domestic violence. Proper legal counsel can aid in navigating the complexities of the legal process and ensure that one’s rights are protected while also addressing the serious nature of domestic violence allegations.
Coutts provides expert legal advice and assistance throughout the process of a domestic violence-related incident. Our team can guide individuals on how to approach interviews with the Police, assist in court representation, and help navigate the legal intricacies related to domestic violence offences to ensure proper legal procedures are followed and rights are upheld. The experienced Criminal Law team at Coutts are also committed to rehabilitating offenders and taking the time to address the underlying reasons for the domestic violence.
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