Domestic Violence Lawyers

A Comprehensive Guide for Family Violence Practitioners

Applications, Legal Analysis and Case Studies

This practical guide explores Victoria’s family violence legislation and the 2026 reforms, with clear legal analysis, practical guidance and 50 case studies. It covers key issues including coercive control, systems abuse, stalking, misidentification and risk-based practice.

Written by family violence lawyer Carmella Acciarito, it is designed for legal practitioners, judicial officers, law enforcement, academics, students, policymakers and service providers working within Victoria’s family violence system.