highest quality legal defence

George & Sten

Ph: 02 9261 8640

For urgent requests, phone
0412 423 569 (24 hours)

Suite C4, Ground Floor,
185 Elizabeth St, Sydney
NSW 2000 Australia

Our Services

Apprehended Violence Orders Hearings (AVO)

Apprehended Violence Orders, “AVOs”, offer protection against acts of violence. At George Sten & Co, our lawyers protect their clients by giving expert legal knowledge.

Operating for over 30 years in Sydney’s CBD, George Sten & Co are approachable and accessible lawyers. Matters concerning AVOs are urgent in nature. We encourage our clients to contact us on 9261 8640, and we are available 24 hours a day on 0412 423 569.

George Sten & Co offer expert legal advice on Apprehended Violence Order hearings. We also provide information on:

  • having an AVO made against you
  • when an ADVO (Apprehended Domestic Violence Order) and APVO (Apprehended Personal Violence Order) can be issued
  • who is protected by an AVO
  • breaching an AVO
  • length of an AVO and AVO extensions
  • criminal records and AVOs
  • explaining the Local Court process when an AVO is made
  • AVO appeals to the District Court

It is strongly recommended to seek legal expertise in deciding whether to issue an AVO or consent to an AVO made against you, and especially once court proceedings start. George Sten & Co have decades of legal proficiency and extensive courtroom experience. Be assured your legal rights are protected with us in your Apprehended Violence Order hearing. Call 9261 8640.