Case Study: Protection from Domestic Abuse

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Ms C had been subjected to emotional and physical abuse by her partner for several years. Matters escalated when he threatened her in front of their young child, leaving her fearful for her safety. She needed immediate protection but was worried about how quickly the Court would act.

• We arranged an urgent consultation the same day Ms C contacted us.
   
• After gathering supporting evidence (text messages, photographs of injuries, and a statement from a family member), we prepared a without notice application for a Non-Molestation Order.
   
• This type of order meant her partner would not be given prior warning, preventing further risk of intimidation.
   
• We represented Ms C at the urgent hearing, presenting her evidence clearly to the Court.
   
• Following the order being granted, we supported her with referrals to local domestic abuse services and discussed the next steps for long-term child arrangements.

• The Court granted a Non-Molestation Order the same day, prohibiting her partner from contacting or approaching her and their child.
   
• At a return hearing, the order was extended for 12 months, giving Ms C peace of mind.
   
• We later assisted in negotiating child contact on safe, supervised terms, ensuring the child’s welfare remained protected.