Family issues

We know that domestic abuse is common and occurs in all types of families.

If you’re in an abusive situation, help is at hand. We’re highly experienced in taking legal action to protect our clients. Our expert team can support you in planning a safe exit route from the relationship, and introduce you to specialist support, including domestic abuse advisors.

It is now recognised that controlling and coercive behaviour is at the heart of domestic abuse. There are many ways in which control may be exercised by an abuser, including:

• Violence, physical harm and damaging possessions
• Sexual abuse
• Emotional or psychological – like threats, humiliation, intimidation and manipulation such as gaslighting
• Stalking or monitoring someone’s activities or communications
• Economic or financial – if you don’t have access to money, someone’s taking or restricting your income, or you’re not allowed to work
• Alienating children from their other parent
• Mistreating, neglecting or exploiting older or vulnerable people.

We can also assist those who have been accused of domestic abuse and may have been served with court orders. Talk to our experienced team who will support you throughout your matter. You can talk to us about:

• Domestic and financial abuse
• Predatory marriage
• International child abduction.