Essex County Domestic Violence Attorney
New Jersey Spousal Abuse Lawyer
Domestic violence is an issue we take very seriously at Maynard & Sumner. We believe in families. We believe every member of a family has a right to be protected from abuse. We believe that unfair accusations of spousal abuse must not go unchallenged.
If you were the victim of domestic violence, you need legal help immediately. In our experience, these situations almost never get better on their own. Many get worse. Much worse. The capable attorneys at our firm can help you seek an order of protection to stop the cycle of domestic violence before it gets further out of hand.
We represent men and women who have been abused and those who have been unfairly accused of domestic violence throughout northern New Jersey. Both are victims; both have had their trust and sense of safety violated. Both need experienced legal help. Contact our office in Morristown today to get the answers and guidance you need in a free consultation with an experienced domestic violence lawyer.
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
In a domestic violence case, an order of protection — also known as a restraining order or no-contact order — is used by the courts to provide criminal penalties for continuing a civil dispute.
Local police are placed on notice when an order of protection is issued. Depending upon the specifics of a domestic violence restraining order, any further harassment, threats or other contact can result in arrest.
In most cases, courts are quick to issue an order of protection when a compelling argument for its necessity has been made. It is not generally necessary to prove that the crime of domestic violence has occurred. This is good news for victims of abuse seeking the courts help to stop the violence. This is also good news for those who seek to use a restraining order as a weapon in a divorce or child custody dispute.
We fight for the true victims of domestic violence. Whether you were abused or falsely accused of abuse, we will fight to protect you. Please call our office in Morristown today at 973-540-0054 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced northern New Jersey domestic violence attorney.
