Phoenix Domestic Violence Law Firm

Gillespie, Shields & Durrant: Handling Domestic Violence Cases in Phoenix

Domestic violence is the act of one person physically or mentally abusing another person within a family-like setting. Domestic abuse may occur between spouses, parents and children or cohabitating partners and victims vary in age and gender. Abuse is usually committed to obtain control over the victim and is cyclical in nature, meaning that often the abuse doesn't end with one person and the victim may even abuse someone else later, continuing the pain. Because of this, the only way abuse will end is if the victim seeks help from family, friends, or legal professionals.

The lawyers at Gillespie, Shields & Durrant understand that domestic abuse is a growing epidemic in the United States. Our Phoenix law office represents both victims of domestic violence as well as those who have been accused of abuse. We have been dealing with sensitive cases for years, helping clients throughout Arizona to overcome the issues of abuse. We work to ensure our clients receive the resources, advice and encouragement they need to get through their family law and criminal cases.

Family Law & Domestic Violence

Because domestic violence occurs within family settings, it consumes a large portion of family law practice. After domestic violence has occurred, victims will need a qualified legal advocate to assist with many aspects of the proceedings. One of the first things the victim may wish to do is obtain an order of protection. This order of protection will prevent the accused individual from contacting them. If the victim is involved in a child custody battle with the accused, an order of protection may alleviate any additional worries regarding the safety of their children. The skilled attorneys at Gillespie, Shields & Durrant are able aid people in obtaining orders of protection to ensure their safety during the legal proceedings. We understand that anyone can be a victim of abuse and our firm represents both female and male victims.

Criminal Defense & Domestic Violence

For those who are accused of domestic violence, they can usually expect to face immediate criminal prosecution and will need a skilled criminal defense attorney on their side, like the attorneys at the Phoenix law office of Gillespie, Shields & Durrant. Our domestic violence attorneys are experienced at handling cases that involve violating orders of protection and false accusations of domestic violence. We are firm advocates that will do all we can to prove our clients' innocence and prevent them from facing further penalties.

Arizona Domestic Violence Lawyers

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If you are a victim of domestic violence or if you have been accused of domestic abuse, contact Gillespie, Shields & Durrant to review your case today!