Domestic Violence & Protection Orders
- Intervention Orders
- Protection Orders
- Family Violence Matters
- Court Applications
- Safety Concerns
- Breach Allegations
— Legal Referrals
Need legal help with domestic violence, family law or criminal matters?
Submit a confidential enquiry and we'll help connect you with lawyers who understand your situation and practise in your area.
Confidential Enquiries
Australia Wide
Specialist Lawyer Referrals
Family Violence Aware
— How It Works
A simple, supportive process.
- Step 1
Tell us about your situation
Complete our confidential online form with the basics of your matter. There's no pressure — share what you're comfortable with.
- Step 2
We review your enquiry
DVAA reviews submissions and identifies legal professionals experienced in your type of matter and your area.
- Step 3
Get connected
You may be connected with a lawyer experienced in your situation. There's no obligation to proceed.
— What We Cover
Legal issues we can help with.
We work with lawyers across a range of practice areas. If you're unsure where your situation fits, that's okay — submit an enquiry and we'll help.
Family Law
- Parenting Arrangements
- Child Custody
- Divorce
- Separation
- Property Settlements
- Spousal Maintenance
Criminal Law
- Domestic Violence Related Charges
- Assault Charges
- Court Representation
- Police Matters
- Criminal Defence
- Intervention Order Breaches
Multiple Legal Issues
- Family Violence + Family Law
- Family Violence + Criminal Law
- Complex Court Matters
- Urgent Legal Situations
— You're Not Alone
You don't have to navigate this alone.
Legal issues involving domestic violence, separation, parenting disputes and criminal allegations can feel overwhelming — especially when you're also trying to stay safe. We're here to help you take the next step at your pace.
- Confidential support
- Respectful, non-judgmental process
- Trauma-informed approach
- Referrals tailored to your circumstances
— Confidential Enquiry
Tell us how we can help.
Takes about 2 minutes. All information is kept confidential and only used to help connect you with the right lawyer.
Step 1 of 6What do you need help with?
Need immediate help?
If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
000 Emergency
Police, fire, ambulance
1800RESPECT
National sexual assault, family & domestic violence counselling — 1800 737 732
Lifeline
Crisis support and suicide prevention — 13 11 14
— FAQ
Common questions.
— For Lawyers
Partner with us.
If you are a lawyer who believes in DVAA's mission and wants to help people affected by domestic violence access quality legal representation, we would love to hear from you.
- Referrals from people who need your expertise
- Work aligned with your values and specialisation
- Trusted, trauma-informed partner network
Why lawyers partner with DVAA
We connect you with clients whose matters match your specialisation and location — saving you time and helping people get the right help faster.
Our network is built on respect, confidentiality and a shared commitment to improving access to justice for people experiencing domestic and family violence.
Whether you are a sole practitioner or part of a larger firm, if you have experience in family law, criminal law, domestic violence or child protection, we would value the conversation.
All partnership enquiries are confidential. We do not publish lawyer names or firm details without explicit consent.
— Disclaimer
DVAA is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Referrals are made to independent legal professionals who are responsible for their own services and advice.
Submitting an enquiry through this page does not create a solicitor–client relationship between you and DVAA, or between you and any lawyer you may be connected with. Any information provided on this page is general in nature and is not a substitute for advice from a qualified legal practitioner.