San Diego Domestic Violence Lawyers

A Family Lawyer Can Help with Domestic Violence

If you are a victim of domestic violence, it is imperative that you have the representation of an experienced family law attorney to make sure you remain safe and your rights are protected. The State of California takes domestic violence very seriously as do the attorney's at Fischer & Van Thiel. Timing is critical in a domestic violence case. There is a very short time between the issuance of a Temporary Restraining Order and the ruling on a Final Restraining Order. When you have been subjected to a violent situation you don't need to be further traumatized trying to understand what the law is with respect to your situation. That is the main reason you retain a family law firm such as Fischer & Van Thiel. It is our job to make sure that you get the full protection of the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act.

If you have been falsely accused of violent acts it is devastating. While many times allegations of domestic violence are substantiated, it is not unheard of for a party to make false allegations in order to gain an advantage in a divorce proceeding. If you have been accused of domestic violence, it is even more important to be represented by a family lawyer. A finding of guilty in a domestic violence case will affect every aspect of your life for a very long time.