Representing Victims and the Accused in Domestic Violence Cases
No one can hurt you like someone you love — or once loved. When family members are at odds with each other, it is easy for a disagreement to turn into a verbally abusive or physically violent situation.
Changing the Legal Landscape
A report of domestic violence can dramatically alter the legal landscape of your relationship.
Our attorney Lauren Cain can provide the strong, efficient and thoughtful representation you need in a criminal or family law setting:
- Accused of domestic violence
- The victim of spousal abuse
- Threatened with domestic abuse
Who Can Obtain a Protective Order?
- Be related by blood or marriage, or
- In a dating relationship, or
- Have a child together
Help for Victims
If you have been physically abused by your spouse or any other member of your household, please contact our law office as soon as possible. We can arrange for a protective order that will prevent the abuser from returning to your home, from contacting you at work, or from harassing you with e-mails, phone calls, letters or communication through a third party.
Help for Those Accused of Domestic Violence
Sadly, some people misuse protective orders in an attempt to gain an advantage in divorce proceedings. If you have a record of domestic violence, you will not be treated equally in child custody arrangements and may have to pay spousal support. You also may be barred from carrying a gun, enlisting in the military or being accepted into some college programs or professions.
If you have been named in an ex parte (by one party) protective order, a hearing will be held and a judge will decide whether the temporary order will become permanent. It is essential to have a lawyer protecting your interests at this hearing.
To arrange a complimentary 30 minute consultation about assault charges or other matters, please contact Lauren Cain Attorney at Law, focusing on family law and criminal defense. From our offices in Frisco, we represent clients in McKinney, Plano, and throughout Collin County, Texas.
