Domestic Abuse

Everyone has the right to live without fear for their safety. If you are the victim of domestic violence, our team of experienced family law solicitors can help to protect you and your family.

If you feel you are in immediate danger you should call 999.

It is important to work with a law firm you can trust at this traumatic time and our aim is to help and support you to take the first step towards stopping any domestic violence and abuse.

We have broad experience in a range of domestic violence cases, working with sensitivity and understanding to help you resolve your situation as quickly as possible.

Free Initial Discussion

If you want to discuss any Family Law issues with one of our expert solicitors, then we are on hand to discuss your circumstances today. We offer a free initial telephone consultation to evaluate your needs and provide an estimate of any fees. Call us on 0207 118 1333 or alternatively email us at info@qnlaw.co.uk.

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What is domestic violence?

The definition of domestic violence and abuse is any incident or pattern of incidents showing controlling, coercive or threatening behaviour, violence or abuse towards anyone aged 16 or over, who are or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality.

This includes the following types of abuse:

• Psychological
• Physical
• Sexual
• Financial
• Emotional
• Threats & Harassment

A Warning Letter

Except in an emergency, your partner/ex-partner will need to be warned about their behaviour by a solicitor or the Police before you can apply for an order, which is a type of Injunction.

What is an Injunction?

An injunction is a court order which requires someone to do or not to do something. If the order is not complied with then the court has the power to punish the offender by sending them to prison or imposing fines.

You may also be able to obtain protection from the courts to prevent the abuser from coming near you or to force them to vacate the home.

There are two types of court orders and our solicitors will advise on which would give the best protection for the specific situation.

The court can make one or both of the following orders depending on the circumstances:

Non-Molestation Order

This prevents the abuser from harming you or your child(ren).

Occupation Order

This order indicates who can live in the family home and orders the other person to leave the property.

In some cases, the court can attach a Power of Arrest which means the abuser is automatically arrested should they breach the terms of the order.

We understand how scary and sensitive this situation can be for victims. Our friendly team specialise in these types of cases involving domestic violence and we have made many successful applications on behalf of victims of domestic violence.

Given the complexity of the evidence, it is important to seek out comprehensive legal advice and representation from our team of solicitors who have many years of experience in successfully representing those who require protection.

Why Choose Us

We have helped many individuals through what is a very distressing time, so we understand what you’re going through and can guide you through the process, giving you advice that you can rely on and trust.

We have the knowledge and expertise to handle every type of domestic abuse matter, ensuring you and your family are protected and are out of harm’s way.

How to make contact

To find out more about our Domestic Abuse service please call us on 0207 118 1333. Alternatively, you can email us on info@qnlaw.co.uk and we’ll call you back.