If you are or have been a victim of domestic abuse, you may have felt as though you have no allies, or that there is nowhere to turn for a source of light in the vast darkness that has enveloped your life.

But that’s not true! There is help, sometimes in the places you’d least expect.

We’re talking about your family lawyer. Not only are they there to assist with legally liberating you from the abusive situation and ensuring your abuser faces justice, but they are also available for so much more throughout the process.

Vonnah Bagner of Bagner Law, PC explains the role of a family lawyer in domestic violence restraining orders.

Your First Steps Towards Freedom

So, you’ve decided enough is enough.

It takes courage to stand up to an abuser and take action to reclaim your freedom, so first congratulations are in order. The first thing you’ll want to do is speak with an excellent family lawyer, as they will assist with the process.

One of the first orders of business will be filing a restraining order with the court. It will take time for the court to officially process everything, but a judge may issue a temporary one immediately in order to buy you time and ensure your safety in the interim.

A high-quality family lawyer will discuss all of your options on day one, so you know what you can do to protect yourself immediately and ensure that, even if the court must process, you are safe today.

Making Your Case

Your lawyer also knows what will be needed for the court to understand the gravity of the situation and rule accordingly. Thus, the process of evidence collecting begins, and your lawyer will ensure that your safety is not compromised during this process.

Whatever can be gathered, including dates and times of abuse, medical records, photographs, copies of texts or emails, and anything that can be used to demonstrate the situation accurately will be collected for the court’s review.

It could prove integral in getting your restraining order approved and ensuring your abuser faces justice.

Representation in Court

Perhaps the most important role your attorney plays is represented in court. Once everything has been gathered and is now set before a judge and jury, it will be your attorney’s job to make the case, communicate the severity, and make informed recommendations within the confines of the law.

They will understand, through their time spent with you, what is in your best interests, what is in bounds when it comes to the law, and how to get it for you.

And, after the final ruling, they will be available to assist in the enforcement of the terms as well, ready to serve your abuser with legal action if they violate the terms at any time.

Your family lawyer is your number one ally, your light in the dark, and your best chance of breaking the cycle and getting you back to your life as you should.

If you’re ready to take that step, Vonnah Bagner of Bagner Law, PC is ready to help. Call today for more information.