Family Violence
FIGHTING FOR VICTIMS OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
Domestic violence can occur in a number of different ways. It can be physical or sexual abuse, but it can also be emotional, psychological or economic abuse, and some people have been exposed to it for so long that they do not even recognise it as abuse. Domestic violence can be perpetrated by both men and women.
A domestic violence situation may lead to one or both parties seeking an intervention order. Such orders are dealt with by police and criminal lawyers in the Magistrates’ Courts. These orders can become important in family law matters including parenting and property proceedings. In some cases, where there have been findings made by a Magistrate in a contested intervention order proceeding, one or both parties may be prevented from re-agitating those issues in the Family Law Courts unless there is different or new evidence which might affect the initial findings.
If you are experiencing domestic violence in your relationship, there any many community organisations you can contact for help. Mbrinson Law Firm provide a no-obligation initial appointment that is confidential. Our lawyers are sensitive to the issues surrounding domestic violence and assist victims of domestic violence, both male and female, on a regular basis. We also have a team of criminal lawyers that can assist if required in respect of any intervention order proceedings.
Each year, millions of people, mostly women, become the victims of family violence (often called domestic violence). They come from all situations and walks of life, and most never expected it to happen to them.
At the law firm of Michael Brinson , we know that the pain of abuse is real. This is why we fight hard to make sure legal protections get put in place for you and your family.
STRONG LAWYERS WHO STAND UP FOR YOU IN COURT
When times are tough and you are facing family violence, you need a strong advocate. You need someone to stand up for you in court, protecting your rights and telling your story. At the same time, you need an attorney who exercises common sense — someone who makes sure the course of action is right for your needs. We are those attorneys. We are dedicated to protecting the victims of family violence, whether or not that violence stems from a divorce proceeding. At our law firm, we help clients get temporary and permanent orders of protection for them and their children. Our law firm is involved in victim advocacy for people experiencing family violence because we believe in our clients. We know that family violence law can be confusing because, in domestic violence situations, there may be both civil and criminal cases that happen as a result of the same violent act. So, we help our clients understand the law and how they may be affected by it.We also know that the system of family violence law sometimes gets abused. Allegations of domestic abuse are sometimes made without being well-founded, often for the wrong reasons. If you are facing false allegations of domestic violence, contact us for a strong defense.
Defense for False Allegations of Domestic Abuse
Accusations of family violence not only impact your reputation, but can also impact your child custody rights and other aspects of your future. While our domestic abuse lawyers are committed to protecting the safety of our clients, we also know that a false allegation can be as damaging to a parent as a real act of violence. It is not only abusive to the accused person but also to the children involved. Our firm will stand up for your rights, whether you have been the victim of family violence, or you have been falsely accused of such violence. It is in your best interests to speak with us as soon as possible to learn more about your options and your rights.
