Domestic Violence

There is no excuse for domestic violence or abuse of any sort in the civilised society that we live in. The Courts take such situations seriously and will not hesitate to grant the appropriate remedy to the Applicant.

There is no reason to suffer in silence. If therefore you or the children of the family have been subjected to abuse, harassment or violence, you or the children need immediate protection.

This can be achieved by obtaining a non-molestation order. This is more commonly, but incorrectly, known as "an injunction".

As we are franchised in the Family category, provided that you satisfy the financial criteria, we are able to grant emergency public funding to apply for such order.
This is usually done without giving prior notice to the other party.

It may also be possible to have the other party removed from the former matrimonial home. An Application for this is made at the same time as for an injunction although it is usually only granted after the other side has had an opportunity to put forward his case.

Contacts
Please contact our Family team