Domestic and Family Violence Law in Australia

Domestic and Family Violence Law in Australia

This resource is designed for legal practitioners seeking to:

• Effectively represent clients and children in domestic and family violence matters.
• Gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics of family violence.
• Navigate recent amendments to domestic and family violence laws in Australia, staying up-to-date with expanded definitions and new protections for victim survivors and children.
• Learn effective techniques for conducting sensitive, trauma-informed interviews with victim survivors and perpetrators.
• Balance legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Manage secondary trauma and burnout.
• Provide comprehensive support to clients through step-by-step guidance on building and navigating interdisciplinary support networks, including working with social workers, law enforcement, and mental health professionals.
• Access templates, checklists, and quick-reference guides to enhance efficiency and preparedness in domestic and family violence cases.
• Apply evidence-based practices.
• Bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and the lived experiences of those affected by domestic and family violence through practical case studies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and emotional well-being.

Features

• Provides a solid foundation in evidence-based practices for addressing domestic and family violence cases.
• Offers a structured approach to understanding complex new definitions of domestic and family violence, including nuanced behaviours such as coercive control, while also presenting tools to better support victim survivors within the legal framework.

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