By Carmella Acciarito

Principal Criminal Lawyer | Domestic Violence Lawyer

Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court and High Court of Australia - Juris Doctor (Doctor of Law). GDLP, PhD in Candidature.

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What Qualifies as Domestic Violence Under Australian Law?

Domestic Violence Under Australian Law Domestic violence, also referred to as domestic family violence, is [...]

MARAM Risk Assessment: Critical Family Violence Warning Signs

In Victoria, a MARAM risk assessment is the key tool used to identify and respond [...]

Case of the Week- “IVO Struck Out_Justice Prevails”

In this recent IVO (Intervention Order) case, I represented the Respondent, who firmly maintained that [...]

CASE STUDY OF THE MONTH: NOVEMBER 2025

IVO Struck Out – Justice Prevails I represented a client who was the Respondent, and [...]

Intervention Orders (IVOs) in Relationships: A Complex Balancing Act

Intervention Orders arising from intimate relationships often carry emotionally charged circumstances and consequences. While the [...]

Transformative Family Violence Lawyers-Fighting for Justice and Hope

Family Violence Lawyers are dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, compassionate, and innovative legal representation to individuals [...]

My Safety Plan

This safety plan guide contains suggestions and options that can be useful to increase your [...]

Case Studies

Disclaimer:The following case studies are fictionalised composites created from multiple real matters. They are intended [...]

Fabian Review Issue 7: Opposing Narratives’

The need for integration for informed policySUSAN CASTLE, DANIELLE SULIKOWSKI, CARMELLA ACCIARITO, SARAH HOWE & [...]

Specialist Family Violence Courts (SFVCs)

Specialist Family Violence Courts (SFVCs) in Victoria have had a profound impact on addressing family [...]

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