Domestic Violence

Less fear. More clarity. Earlier advice.

Shepherd Law assists with prosecuting Applications or Cross-Applications, defending Applications brought by the Queensland Police and others, variations and parenting and criminal matters that intersect with a Domestic Violence Order.

We give practical advice early, so you understand the risks, the process and the next step before you walk into Court.

✓ Plain-English advice ✓ Magistrates Court representation ✓ Trauma-informed approach

You do not need to work it out alone.

Where children are involved, we consider how DFV proceedings intersect with parenting arrangements and safety planning.

Our process

Court appearance and next steps

We appear with you, explain the outcome and advise about compliance, variation, parenting overlap or enforcement.

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Initial safety and issue check

We identify urgent dates, risks, current orders, service issues and whether police or support services are already involved.

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Document review and strategy

We review the application, orders, PPN, or any other relevant paperwork and give a practical plan for the next step.

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Negotiation or preparation We consider proposed conditions, possible consent positions, evidence and whether a cross-application is appropriate.

What should I bring to a consultation?

Bring with you or email any application, order, police paperwork, court notice, text messages, emails, screenshots and a short timeline of key events. This will better position us to give you immediate advice.

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