Domestic Abuse
Helping Those Affected by Domestic Violence Through Legal Support
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or have been threatened with violence, our solicitors are here to help you navigate the legal process and ensure your protection.
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Haris Qureshi
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Understanding Domestic Abuse and Your Legal Rights
Domestic abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, and psychological harm. Regardless of the type, it is never the survivor’s fault.
We believe every survivor deserves the support to feel safe and move forward. Domestic abuse is a crime, not just limited to physical violence. Our solicitors can help you understand your rights and take steps to protect yourself.
We provide compassionate advice and guide you through the legal process. We can help you obtain urgent court orders, such as Non Molestation and Occupation Orders, to provide immediate protection.
You may be eligible for legal aid if you’re a survivor of domestic abuse, subject to certain requirements. We can help you understand your eligibility and apply for support.
Let us handle the legal challenges while you focus on your family’s future. Contact us today for a free consultation.
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Domestic abuse is a serious issue that affects many individuals and families. The Domestic Abuse Act 2020 defines domestic abuse as any behaviour that causes harm by a spouse or partner. We act swiftly and efficiently to secure the necessary court orders to protect you, with a focus on Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders. Both types of orders can be crucial in ensuring your safety and protecting you from further harm. Our team is here to guide you through the legal process and assist in securing the right protective measures for you and your family.
Non-molestation Order
This legal order prohibits someone from using violence, threats, or harassment against you or your children. It also covers acts of intimidation or pestering. Breaching a Non-Molestation Order is now a criminal offence, and those who violate the order can face arrest and imprisonment.
Occupation Order
An Occupation Order requires a partner or spouse to vacate the family home and may also restrict access to the surrounding area. If the order is breached, the police have the authority to arrest and detain the individual involved.
What is considered domestic abuse?
This is typically a pattern of abusive behaviour within an intimate partner or family relationship, where the abuser exerts power and control over the victim as defined in the Domestic Abuse Act 2020.
Physical harm
Physical abuse involves intentional bodily injury. Examples include slapping, pinching, choking, kicking, shoving, or the inappropriate use of drugs or restraints. Victims may also experience unexplained physical symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, or abdominal pain, which are often linked to the abuse.
Sexual harm
Sexual abuse involves forcing a partner into sexual acts without their consent. You may be in a sexually abusive relationship if your partner accuses you of cheating, displays excessive jealousy, or pressures you into sexual behaviour or dress that you do not consent to.
Emotional harm
Emotional abuse occurs when an abuser uses words and non-physical actions to manipulate, hurt, scare, or upset the victim. This can include yelling, name-calling, mocking, belittling, or isolating you from friends and family. Often, emotional abuse is used to make the victim feel worthless or dependent.
Financial harm
Financial abuse involves controlling or limiting access to money, assets, or financial independence. Examples include forcing the victim to take out credit in their name, failing to contribute to bills, or draining joint bank accounts. Many victims experience a combination of financial and other forms of abuse.
Our simple process
We’re here to provide urgent legal support, ensuring your immediate safety and protecting your rights through protective injunctions. Our experienced team will act swiftly to secure the legal protection you need. While we always aim to resolve matters through negotiation where possible, we are fully prepared to take immediate action in court to safeguard you and your family.
Step 01:
Book Your Free Consultation
Begin with a free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation. During this session, you’ll discuss your situation with one of our expert solicitors, who will explain your options and the available funding for your case. Whether you prefer to pay privately with fixed fees and flexible payment plans or explore legal aid options, we’ll help you understand the criteria and, if needed, apply for legal aid funding on your behalf.
Step 02:
Create a Plan
When you're ready, we'll create a tailored plan for your case, ensuring your safety is our top priority throughout the process.
Step 03:
Instruct Us to Move Forward
When you’re ready to proceed, simply instruct us to begin. We’ll start moving your case forward immediately, managing all the necessary legal steps to ensure smooth progress.
Standard initial fees
30 minute initial consultation:
FREE
Consent orders
General cost from:
£850.00
VAT from:
£170.00
Total from:
£1,200.00
Clear, Flexible Pricing
We provide fixed fees, as well as pricing tailored to your unique situation. With flexible payment plans available, we ensure you have clear and manageable options —no hidden costs, just transparency. We offer reasonable fixed fees too.
Legal Aid for Domestic Abuse
If you're seeking to protect your children and secure your legal rights, you might be eligible for legal aid to cover costs like legal advice, family mediation, and court representation. Eligibility depends on factors such as your income, savings, and property. You may qualify for full coverage or need to contribute toward some expenses.
At Haris Law, our solicitors can help you determine if you qualify for legal aid and explain how any costs can be managed. We have experience with legal aid applications and will guide you through the process.
Legal aid may cover:
Applying for a Non-Molestation Order
Applying for an Occupation Order
Applying for other family protection orders, such as a Prohibited Steps Order or Specific Issue Order under Child Law.
A specialist family law firm
Choosing Haris Law Solicitors means choosing a law firm that values integrity, professionalism, and client satisfaction.
We are committed to delivering results and providing a high level of service that exceeds your expectations. Let us handle your legal challenges while you focus on what matters most to you.
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Upholding the highest standards, we deliver precise, thorough, and reliable legal services, ensuring the best possible results for our clients.
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We create custom legal solutions to tackle complex challenges, staying flexible and adapting to the constantly changing legal world for our clients.
Integrity
Trust is at the core of our firm. We maintain transparency, confidentiality, and an unwavering commitment to ethical legal practices in all client relationships.
Simple, clear advice
We communicate without legal jargon, so that our clients fully understand their options and legal processes, making informed decisions easily.
Haris Qureshi
Haris Law Solicitors
We are here to provide you with the legal support and guidance you need to navigate this challenging time and reach a resolution that is in your best interests and those of your family.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to commonly asked questions about domestic abuse:
A Non-Molestation Order is a protective injunction under the Family Law Act 1996, designed to protect you from harm, harassment, or threats of violence by a partner or former partner. It prohibits the respondent from contacting or approaching you, and it can include prohibitions on verbal or physical abuse, intimidation, or harassment.
An Occupation Order is another type of injunction under the Family Law Act 1996, which can order a partner or ex-partner to leave the family home. It can also limit their access to the home or prevent them from coming near certain areas, ensuring your safety within the property.
You can apply for these orders if you are a spouse, civil partner, cohabitant, or former partner of the individual. You can also apply on behalf of your children if they are at risk of harm from the abuser.
To apply for either of these orders, you must show that you are at risk of harm, or you are already experiencing harm, due to the respondent’s behaviour. For a Non-Molestation Order, evidence of harassment, threats, or violence is required. For an Occupation Order, there must be evidence of a need to be protected from harm in the home.
Evidence can include police reports, medical records, witness statements, photographs of injuries, texts, emails, or any other proof of threats or violence. The more compelling and clear the evidence, the stronger your application will be.
No, these orders require court proceedings. However, in urgent situations, the court can issue a temporary order without the abuser being present, and a full hearing can follow.
If the respondent breaches the order, they can be arrested and face criminal charges. A breach of a Non-Molestation Order is a criminal offence, which can result in up to 5 years in prison. Violating an Occupation Order can lead to arrest or other legal consequences.
Yes, either order can be varied or discharged (removed) if circumstances change. You may also apply for changes if you feel the order is no longer needed or if it is too restrictive.
Yes, you may be eligible for legal aid if you are a victim of domestic abuse. Legal aid can help cover legal advice, representation in court, and other costs associated with obtaining a Non-Molestation or Occupation Order. Eligibility depends on income, savings, and proof of abuse.
Non-Molestation Orders are typically granted for a period of up to 12 months, but they can be extended if necessary. Occupation Orders are usually granted for a shorter period, but can be extended based on your ongoing need for protection. The length of both orders depends on the circumstances of your case.