Legal Project Management Plan & Checklist
Purpose of this Guide: Use this fork when representing the aggrieved person who is seeking to vary an existing domestic violence protection order in Queensland to increase contact conditions, add named children, or extend the order's duration. This guide assists in ensuring the client's safety and checking for coercive control.
Jurisdiction: Queensland Magistrates Court under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 (Qld). This is a fork of the parent variation plan, tailored for aggrieved clients.
| Field | Token | Type | Required | Defined in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matter(4) | ||||
| Matter numberⓘ | matter.matterNumber | text | Required | |
The Process at a Glance: The practitioner takes detailed instructions from the aggrieved client and conducts a coercion assessment. The application (Form DV04) and supporting affidavits (Form DV25) are drafted to outline the ongoing safety risks and the necessity of the variation. If there is immediate danger, the practitioner applies for an urgent temporary variation ex parte. Queensland Police serve the respondent, and the matter proceeds to court mentions and a hearing if contested.
Key Legislation and Case Law: Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 (Qld) - s 4 (paramount safety consideration), s 86 (application to vary), s 91 (safety tests), s 92 (coercion check). Oaths Act 1867 (Qld) Part 6A remote witnessing rules apply. Brisbane Magistrates Court Practice Direction 1 of 2025 provides case management timelines for the Summary DV List.
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This legal matter plan provides a structured workflow for Family Law cases, outlining the standard DISPUTE_LITIGATION process. Utilize these tracking templates to manage your legal cases efficiently.
matter-core| Matter title | matter.title | text | - | inheritedmatter-core |
| Matter typeⓘ | matter.matterType | text | - | inheritedmatter-core |
| Matter status | matter.status | text | - | inheritedmatter-core |
| Client(1) | ||||
| Client name | matter.clientName | text | Required | inheritedmatter-core |
Ensure the client is acting of free will.
Prepare and finalise documents.
Obtain interim urgent orders.
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