At EAS Legal, we recently represented a client before the Toronto Local Court in relation to two Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO) extension applications.
The applications sought to extend existing orders in two forms:
The matter was particularly significant as the order involving the children was directly impacting ongoing family law proceedings and our client’s ability to interact freely with their children.
Our Approach
From the outset, our office took a firm and strategic position.
We conducted a detailed review of the applications and identified that:
We prepared comprehensive written submissions, an outline of oral arguments, and placed the opposing party on notice that:
Following detailed discussions and the provision of our submissions, the opposing legal representative reviewed the position and ultimately agreed with our arguments.
The Outcome
As a result of our preparation and advocacy:
This was a critical outcome, particularly given the impact the order was having on related family law proceedings.
Further Proceedings
The second application (relating only to the applicant) was:
We also placed on the record that any further procedural non-compliance would result in an application to have the proceedings discontinued.
Why This Result Matters
ADVO applications can have far-reaching consequences, particularly where they intersect with parenting and family law matters.
This case demonstrates:
Facing an ADVO Application?
If you are dealing with an ADVO or intervention order, particularly where it impacts your children or family law proceedings, it is critical to obtain experienced legal advice early.
EAS Legal regularly represents clients in ADVO and intervention order matters across New South Wales and Victoria.
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