Domestic Abuse Solicitors

Domestic Violence Lawyers

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, or have been threatened with it, our lawyers are here to support you. Domestic abuse is a crime, and nobody should have to go through it alone. Our expert solicitors can assist you in emergency cases, or as part of ongoing family proceedings such as a divorce. We can advise you of the legal options available, and apply for court orders to help keep you and your family safe.

In an emergency, you can call 999. Free helplines are also available to support victims. Please click here to visit the NHS website where you can find a list of available helplines.

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Our Expertise

Our experienced domestic abuse solicitors are here to help you. Some of the assistance we can provide includes:

Non-molestation orders
Non-molestation orders
A non-molestation order is a type of court order that prohibits a person from harassing, threatening, or assaulting someone. It can be used to protect victims of domestic abuse form further harm. An order can specify exactly what behaviours are prohibited. these behaviours can include:
- Physical violence
- Threats of violence
- Harassment
- Stalking
- Coming within a certain radius of the victim’s home, work, or other location
- Encouraging anyone else to take part in any of these behaviours
Our domestic abuse solicitors are experts in securing non-molestation orders quickly and efficiently to help keep you and your family safe.
Occupation Orders
Occupation Orders
Occupation orders are used in cases of domestic abuse to ensure that the victim has a safe place in which to live. It’s a court order that determines who has the right to live in a specified property.
The order can specify who has the right to live in the property, and can also exclude someone from coming within a certain radius of it.
Occupation orders are often granted in conjunction with non-molestation orders, and can be granted on either a permanent or temporary basis.
Our domestic violence lawyers are experts in securing occupation orders, either on their own or in conjunction with non-molestation orders. Please get in touch for more information.
False Allegations
False Allegations
Sometimes, abusers can claim that they are a victim of abuse, to deflect away from the fact that they themselves are the abuser. If this is happening to you, our solicitors are here to help, please get in touch today.

Non-molestation orders

A non-molestation order is a type of court order that prohibits a person from harassing, threatening, or assaulting someone. It can be used to protect victims of domestic abuse form further harm. An order can specify exactly what behaviours are prohibited. these behaviours can include:

Physical violence
Threats of violence
Harassment
Stalking
Coming within a certain radius of the victim’s home, work, or other location
Encouraging anyone else to take part in any of these behaviours

Our domestic abuse solicitors are experts in securing non-molestation orders quickly and efficiently to help keep you and your family safe.

Occupation Orders

Occupation orders are used in cases of domestic abuse to ensure that the victim has a safe place in which to live. It’s a court order that determines who has the right to live in a specified property.

The order can specify who has the right to live in the property, and can also exclude someone from coming within a certain radius of it.

Occupation orders are often granted in conjunction with non-molestation orders, and can be granted on either a permanent or temporary basis.

Our domestic violence lawyers are experts in securing occupation orders, either on their own or in conjunction with non-molestation orders. Please get in touch for more information.

False Allegations

Sometimes, abusers can claim that they are a victim of abuse, to deflect away from the fact that they themselves are the abuser. If this is happening to you, our solicitors are here to help, please get in touch today.

Our Domestic Abuse Solicitors' Approach

We understand that being a victim of domestic abuse can be hugely frightening and stressful. We’re here to be a listening ear and ensure you get the protection you need as swiftly as possible. The team will do whatever they can to support you through the entire process, including preparing all the relevant documents and attending any court hearings, if they’re required.

All of our domestic abuse lawyers are experts in this area, with many years of experience in assisting people to rebuild their lives after experiencing abuse. Our unique structure means we can work flexibly around your needs and schedule, and ensure that you get the legal advice you need, when you need it.

Please get in touch to see how we can support you.

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Domestic Abuse and the Law: FAQs

What can domestic abuse and domestic violence look like?
Domestic abuse is not just physical violence. It can also take many other forms, including:
- Financial abuse
- Coercive control
- Sexual abuse
- Online abuse
- Gaslighting
- Stalking
- Humiliation
If you are a victim of any kind of domestic abuse or violence, support is available. Our lawyers can provide legal advice to help protect you as you move forward after experiencing abuse.
Is it still domestic abuse if it's not my partner doing it?
Yes. Domestic abuse can be perpetrated by any family member; it does not have to be your partner. Regardless of who the abuser is, domestic abuse is a crime, and help is available.
What are the signs of domestic violence?
If you believe that someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse or violence, or you think you may be a victim but aren’t sure, there are some key signs to look out for. An abuser may:
- Be jealous and possessive
- Tell the victim what to do, e.g. what to wear, who to spend time with, or what job to do
- Constantly put the victim down
- Stop the victim from seeing friends and family, or going out at all
- Control access to money, technology, medicines etc
- Play mind games
- Try to intimidate or threaten the victim
- Pressure the victim into doing things they don’t want to do
- Commit physical or sexual abuse
There are many ways in which an abuser can abuse a victim. Nobody has to suffer alone and help is available. For more information on how to identify abuse, please click here to go to the Refuge website.
Are women the only victims of domestic violence?
No, domestic abuse can happen to anyone. It’s important to ensure that all victims get the support they need.
It is true that men are less likely to report domestic abuse than women are, but this doesn’t mean that it cannot happen to them.

Speak to a Domestic Violence Solicitor on 0333 060 3419

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What can I say Minara Hannan without your commitment, true dedication and continuous support after 2 1/2 years of family proceedings we would not be where we are today. Minara you listened, guided me and stood by me throughout. Your work ethic and dedication is first class you encouraged me to carry on and fight until the end and what a fight it was. There are not enough words to thank you for not only believing in me, and going above and Beyond to help my little girl. You are a credit to your company not just a solicitor but now a forever friend. Thank you again Hayley and family

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