{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66bd6d74bfd1cf03a5655644/6aaf8835eec8edc6b469ef14?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"What is an IVO? Navigating Intervention Orders in Family Law","description":"<p>In this milestone episode, we celebrate reaching <strong>10,000 downloads</strong>! To mark the occasion, family lawyer Paula Applehans and principal mediator Diane Lovejoy dive deep into the legal and practical realities of <strong>intervention orders (IVOs)</strong> and family violence.</p><p>Stripping away the legal jargon (with a few laughs along the way), Paula and Diane break down what IVOs actually mean, the application process, and why they are not a \"silver bullet\" or a weapon to be weaponised.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Topics Covered:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>What is an IVO?</strong>: Understanding intervention orders under the Family Violence Protection Act, how they are enforceable across Australian states, and why they must be taken seriously.</li><li><strong>The Reality of Family Violence</strong>: Recognising that family violence isn't always physical, it encompasses emotional abuse, financial abuse, coercion, and duress.</li><li><strong>The Court Process</strong>: Demystifying mention hearings, interim orders, and the short timeframes involved in court appearances.</li><li><strong>Child-Inclusive Practice</strong>: How children are impacted, the importance of keeping them safe, and how family dispute resolution handles care arrangements.</li><li><strong>Mediation vs. Litigation</strong>: Exploring when and how mediation can still occur under an IVO, the power of undertakings, and when court intervention becomes necessary.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Need Support?</p><p>If you or someone you know is impacted by family violence, support is available:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Emergency:</strong> Call <strong>000</strong> if you are in immediate danger.</li><li><strong>1800 RESPECT:</strong> Call <strong>1800 737 732</strong> for confidential information, counseling, and support (24/7).</li><li><strong>Lifeline:</strong> Call <strong>13 11 14</strong> for crisis support and suicide prevention services (24/7).</li><li><strong>MensLine Australia:</strong> Call <strong>1300 78 99 78</strong> for men supporting family and relationship concerns.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Disclaimer &amp; Note from the Hosts:</strong></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for general educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice. The views, stories, and insights expressed in this episode reflect the personal professional experiences and observations of Paula Applehans (Family Lawyer) and Diane Loveday (Mediator) working within the Australian legal and mediation spaces. Every family law matter is unique; please consult Paul or Dianne for advice specific to your personal situation.&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"Dianne Loveday & Paula Appelhans"}