Caring Domestic Abuse Solicitors
To get the support you need, call 0151 236 8871 or book a call with our legal experts.
What is domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse is a particularly difficult area of law that can encompass a range of issues, such as harassment and emotional abuse. Being a victim of domestic abuse is incredibly emotionally distressing. You may feel vulnerable, scared and alone. But, no matter how helpless you’re feeling, you can take back control of your life and remove yourself from harm’s way.
Non-molestation orders
A non-molestation order prevents your ex-partner from threatening or being violent towards you or your children. This includes harassment, intimidation and physical abuse. An NMO also prevents them from coming to your property or school, contacting you in any way (including non-threatening contact) and criminal damage. You can also get an emergency NMO if you need immediate protection. This type of order means that you don’t have to notify your ex-partner that you’re applying.
We offer complete confidentiality
We have a completely confidential emergency service for anyone requiring immediate protection. We are also able to secure emergency legal aid for most domestic abuse injunctions. Our family law solicitors are experienced in dealing with domestic abuse in all forms (including same-sex relationships).
Morecrofts are also proud to organise the Domestic Abuse Conference, which we founded to help abuse victims, care providers, policymakers, academics and legal professionals to come together to tackle domestic abuse.
Speak to our team
You’re in safe hands with us. We understand how upsetting experiencing domestic abuse can be and can assure you that our team is always here to do whatever they can. To speak to someone in our family law team, call 0151 236 8871, email us at info@morecrofts.co.uk or use our contact form.
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How can Morecrofts protect me?
Our expert team of family law specialists work with many domestic abuse agencies across the North West, providing advice, support and assistance to those who need it. Our team can advise you of the best steps to take to overcome your situation, however complex it may be.
They can also help to put you in touch with domestic abuse agencies to help offer specialist support.
Unsure whether you’re experiencing domestic abuse?
The Gov.UK website features a checklist to help you determine whether you’re experiencing domestic abuse, as well as a list of helplines.
What are your options if you are experiencing domestic abuse?
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, or feel that you are unsafe, we would advise you contact the Police to log this with them.
There are also multiple support agencies that you can access for help and support, such as MDVS, SWACA, Tomorrows Women to name a few.
You can also seek protection through the Family Court by obtaining a Non-Molestation Order and/or Occupation Order.
How can you keep an abusive partner/ex away?
By obtaining a Non-Molestation Order and/or Occupation Order. These orders will prohibit your partner/ex-partner from doing certain things. For example, entering the area you reside in, coming to your home address, or contacting you in any way.
If your partner/ex-partner has a right to your property, an Occupation Order will restrict this right and allow you to reside in the property for a period of time.
How to get a non-molestation order?
An Order can be applied for by way of an application to your local Family Court. This Application should be accompanied by a statement in support.
The statement should set out the type of behaviour your partner/ex-partner is displaying, the incidents of abuse/harassment, and how it is making you feel. You should set out why you want the Order for your protection.
If you are in risk of significant harm, then you should clearly set this out in your application and statement. There is no court fee for this type of application and a solicitor can do this for you. You may be eligible for legal aid.
How long does it take to get a non-molestation order?
An order can be made without notice to your partner/ex-partner. If you are at risk of significant harm, then the Order can be made as quickly as within 24 hours.
If an application is issued and notice is given to your partner/ex-partner then the Court will list a hearing, usually within a few weeks. However, this depends on Court availability.