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When a marriage or civil partnership breaks down, one of the most urgent concerns is often: “Can I stay in
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If you’re in an abusive relationship, suffering harassment, cyberstalking, or being abused by someone who isn’t your partner, seeking help can feel frightening. Our team offers a safe, supportive space to talk and understand your options.
Our family law solicitors can advise you on how to keep safe and help you apply for the right court order, supporting you throughout the process. We can also help if you partner or abuser breaches the terms of the order.
We can advise on urgent steps to protect you and your children, including applying for court orders that restrict contact or occupation of the family home.
In cases where the police are not involved, most situations can be managed by an occupation order or non-molestation order. These orders place restrictions on the person who is being abusive, for example, preventing them from living in the house or contacting you.
If you’ve experienced domestic abuse and are considering divorce, financial protection can be arranged as part of the divorce. We can also advise on financial actions for non-married families.
Victims of domestic violence may be subjected to cyberstalking. For ideas on how to protect yourself you can read our article on how to reduce the risk of tech abuse.
Our solicitors explain each option carefully, helping you make decisions at your own pace. We also support you if an order is breached.
Where abuse overlaps with separation or divorce, we can help address financial protection and future arrangements, always with your safety as the priority.
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Tees is a full-service top-tier Legal 500 firm, which offers a joined-up service for all your legal requirements. We’ll support you in all areas of family law from divorce mediation to court appearances, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. We can also help with all issues around domestic violence and abuse, protecting you and your children.
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