Restraining Orders & Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is serious. We help clients protect themselves and their loved ones from violence. We also represent clients who have been falsely accused of domestic violence.

Protecting You and Your Family

The law is generally favorable to victims of domestic violence in divorce cases. Individuals with recent domestic violence charges are generally unable to have joint or sole physical custody of the children. In addition, a partner convicted of domestic violence is unable to receive spousal support. A skilled domestic violence lawyer can help ensure that you and your family are cared for and that your rights are protected.

Defending You Against False Charges

Being falsely charged with domestic violence can cause severe legal consequences. In addition to evicting the defendant from his or her residence, a domestic violence complaint can lead to the assessment of money damages, attorney fees and other economic repercussions. Child custody, support, use of marital assets and other forms of emergent relief may also be determined in a domestic violence proceeding. Once a domestic violence order is entered, the violation of that order carries the imposition of criminal penalties and the potential for incarceration. Because the stakes are so high and the implications vast, attorneys must be adequately prepared to defend persons falsely accused of domestic violence.