Your safety is our priority. Our professional, empathetic team has extensive experience of dealing with domestic abuse and we understand it does not have to be physical.
Speak to our Expert Family Law Solicitors
Our team will make sure that we deal with all issues arising out of your divorce, including child arrangements, financial settlements or domestic abuse.
We have handled numerous cases involving controlling or coercive behaviour, emotional and financial abuse and helped our clients through the devastating effects it can have on day-to-day life, your wellbeing and that of your children.
We will handle your situation with the utmost sensitivity and will guide you through the legal options available. By working closely with you and understanding your needs, we can also refer you to organisations that provide help, support and representation should you decide to apply to the Court for protection.
Abuse comes in many forms
Abuse includes harassment, threats of violence and exclusion from your own home, to name but a few examples, and the perpetrators are often members of your family – they can even be your own children.
You can apply to the court for orders under the Family Law Act 1996 to protect yourself against an abusive partner, child or family member. We act quickly to secure non molestation and occupation orders for you and will liaise closely with the police and domestic abuse support workers.
Breach of a non-molestation order is a criminal offence and will be dealt with by the police, providing you with protection, seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
What next?
As we have a legal aid contract, we can assess your entitlement immediately to fund an urgent court application. If you would like to know more about our domestic abuse services, contact our expert team on (0114) 218 4000 or tell us what happened.
If it is necessary to go to court, your case will be dealt with skilfully, sensitively and efficiently. Our Legal 500 tier one ranked team is also able to handle matters involving international law.
