Somerset Domestic Violence and Spousal Battery Lawyer
Domestic Violence • Restraining Order • 209A Orders • Spousal Battery • Abuse
Domestic violence is a growing concern in families. While abused spouses and children require protection from assaults, threats and batteries, falsely accused spouses do also need help. It is an unfortunate fact that many men and women use domestic violence and battery allegations against their spouse in an attempt to gain an edge in a child custody dispute or divorce proceeding.
At the Miguel Law Offices, veteran attorney Jennifer Smith Miguel has over a decade of experience representing husbands and wives in domestic violence disputes in district court and family court proceedings.
Call us at 508.402.7095 for a confidential consultation about your domestic violence, spousal abuse or child abuse matter.
Temporary and Permanent Restraining Orders (209A Protective Orders)
In Massachusetts, an abused person can request protection from the courts. A temporary restraining order is available to any party who is in imminent danger of abuse or who is the victim of an assault or battery. Situations include the following:
- Forced sexual relations
- Fear of serious bodily harm (assault)
- Actual physical violence (battery)
An abuse prevention order does not require the presence of your spouse (or abuser) and is usually effective for 10 days. During that initial 10 days, a hearing is set before a judge to determine if the abuse prevention order should be extended. Attorney Jennifer Smith Miguel can represent either party at this hearing. We can also help abused victims apply for a abuse prevention order and can help those wrongfully accused modify or vacate an abuse prevention order against them.
To learn more about your options and discuss your domestic violence matter with an experienced family law attorney, please schedule a confidential consultation. Call us at 508.402.7095 or contact us online.
