Expertise

Family Violence and AVOs

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAWYERS IN SHELLHARBOUR

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Extensive Experience

Our family lawyers in Shellharbour work across all areas of family law, including divorce, parenting arrangements, financial settlements, and spousal maintenance.

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Dedicated Team

We aim to make the legal process as straightforward as possible. Our team works closely with you to reduce complexity and offer practical direction, so you’re never left uncertain about your next step.

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Trusted Family Lawyers

We understand how difficult family breakdowns can be. Our approach is thoughtful and focused, helping you make decisions that protect your wellbeing and long-term interests.

Here to Help

If you or someone close to you has experienced domestic violence, whether through threats, intimidation, physical harm, controlling behaviour, or emotional abuse, it’s important to know you’re not alone. At Kells, our domestic violence lawyers in Shellharbour provide a strong legal voice to help you take action, stay safe, and move forward confidently.


We have strong experience handling matters involving protection orders and family violence, and approach each case with both care and determination. Our team works with discretion and focus to provide trusted support through every step.


When you work with Kells, you’ll have a team that stands firmly in your corner.

Family Law & Children

Area of Expertise

How Can Our Shellharbour Domestic Violence Lawyers Help?

Domestic violence can show up in many ways, from physical harm to emotional abuse, threats, manipulation, and patterns of control. It often leaves lasting impacts on individuals and families, and addressing it requires both urgency and care.

If you're experiencing family violence, it's important to act quickly. At Kells, our domestic violence lawyers in Shellharbour offer strong and experienced legal advice and representation to help you stay safe and move forward. We approach every matter with empathy and discretion, while taking the steps needed to protect you from further risk.


If you’ve been served with an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO), we can help you respond appropriately. Our team understands the seriousness of these situations and will explain your rights, guide you through the process, and help you take the right course of action.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is domestic violence?

    Domestic violence goes beyond physical harm. It involves any behaviour used to control, dominate, or intimidate a partner or family member. Abuse can take many forms, including:


    • Sexual abuse
    • Emotional or psychological abuse
    • Verbal abuse
    • Stalking and intimidation
    • Social and geographic isolation
    • Financial abuse
    • Cruelty to pets
    • Damage to property
    • Threats to be violent in any of the above ways.

    These actions are often part of a broader pattern of control. Domestic violence can carry serious legal and personal consequences for everyone involved.

  • How is my family matter treated differently if there’s been domestic violence?

    Family violence can significantly influence decisions about parenting arrangements, financial settlements, and safety measures. Our family law team has strong experience in dealing with these complex matters and understands the emotional and legal challenges they bring.


    In matters involving children, the safety and wellbeing of each parent and child is a core focus. If economic abuse is a factor, it may also impact how property is divided. We help assess risks, work through your options, and provide support throughout the legal process.

  • Can I see my children if I have an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)?

    Whether you can have contact with your children under an AVO depends on the conditions of the order and any court-approved parenting arrangements. Some AVOs allow for contact related to childcare, while others may restrict it completely.


    We can review the terms of your order and help you understand how they apply to your situation. If needed, we can also assist in seeking variations or making arrangements that protect your children’s wellbeing while respecting your parental rights.

Get Professional Legal Advice on Family Violence & AVO Matters

Contact us today to discuss your matter with one of our friendly and qualified family lawyers.

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Whether you're navigating separation, parenting arrangements, or property division, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence and care.

Family Law & Children

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