Denver Domestic Violence Lawyer

The Impact of Domestic Violence Is Considerable

When domestic violence is a factor in your life, securing legal counsel becomes a necessity, not a luxury.  You need help protecting your life and your future.

Upon entering your relationship, you never dreamed that your physical and emotional well-being would be jeopardized by your partner’s actions. Yet, here you are. Life is filled with unexpected situations. While you cannot control the actions of another person, you can control how you react to them. You must take swift and confident action as protecting yourself and your family must be your priority.

Knowing what to do in situations like this is difficult; there is no roadmap for action, and this is not a situation for which you prepared. This is where our team can be of value.

We are well-versed in Colorado family law and experienced in helping to protect victims of domestic violence in Denver.

We take our responsibility to our clients seriously and work tirelessly to protect them, in both the short term and over time.  Providing all prospective clients a free consultation is part of the emphasis we place on connections.  During this meeting you will have the opportunity to see how we interact and learn how we would approach your specific situation. It provides you the chance to be sure you are making the right choice in legal representation. Contact us today at  720-615-1750 and learn how we will support you.

Why Work With Price Family Law?

Protecting You and Your Future Is Our Goal

Victims of domestic violence or domestic violence threats must take immediate action to safeguard their well-being. The necessary legal process can be complicated and overwhelming. Identifying and engaging the right domestic violence lawyer in Denver for your specific situation is an important first step.

For many, Price Family Law is an invaluable resource.  Consider why:

• Experience: Led by Trista Price, our team has a history of providing the legal support victims of domestic violence need.
• Knowledge: The team at Price Family Law is well-versed in the laws governing domestic violence, specifically those related to the drafting and enforcing of protection orders.
• Approach: We recognize the volatility of domestic violence situations as well as the toll  they take on those who have been abused. Our approach to service is compassionate, honest, intentional, and responsive.

Our people are our greatest asset, and managing your situation from beginning to end is a responsibility we take seriously. When you engage Price Family Law’s  Denver domestic violence attorneys, you can rest assured that you are working with skilled and reliable professionals.

Price Family Law Can Help You Deal With Difficult Situations

Working to Safeguard You and Your Family Is Our Responsibility

As a victim of domestic violence, you are likely consumed with emotion and concerned for your well-being. Thankfully, in the state of Colorado there are legal actions you can take to protect yourself. But, as an individual unfamiliar with the law, you probably don’t know what you can do or where to begin.

This is where we can help. Our team has a history of working closely with our clients to identify exactly what needs to be done to provide them the security that they need, today and in the future.

As your Denver domestic violence lawyers, our first course of action will be to host an information meeting. Every situation regarding domestic violence is unique and deserves to be treated as such. In order to identify what needs to be done in your case, and plan appropriately, we must understand what has happened in your life.

In our initial meeting we spend more time listening than speaking; what you have to share is of the utmost importance.

Once we comprehend where you stand, we will develop a plan offering you the stability you need. We appreciate that the range of actions comprising domestic abuse is broad and encompasses everything from physical violence to isolation. How we address your needs depends upon what is happening in your life.

As family lawyers, we  help you move forward safely. In some cases we work to obtain protection orders. If you have an existing order that has been violated, we focus on enforcement.  If you wish, we can assist with filing for divorce and even reviewing previously determined visitation agreements. How we proceed depends upon your needs. We provide advice and counsel, but the final decision regarding our actions lies with you. This is your life;  you have control over what to do.

Domestic Violence in Colorado Is Confusing

What Qualifies as Domestic Violence?

According to the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW), “domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner.”

When people hear the term “domestic abuse,” they immediately think of physical violence. And, while this is definitely one type of behavior that falls under the abuse umbrella, it is not the only action that qualifies.  Other types of abuse include emotional, psychological, financial and sexual. The absence of bruises does not mean there is no abuse. The impact is often physically invisible, but very real.

For example, if your partner forces you to have sex, verbally attacks you, or isolates you from your friends and family, you are an abuse victim.  Additionally, individuals who force dependence by preventing their partner from working or earning a living are also abusive.  The range of behaviors is diverse, but all  have a devastating impact. The team at Price Family Law recognizes how damaging these actions can be and knows how to leverage the law to protect victims and their families.

Protection Orders Help Control Your Situation

Helping  ensure your safety is the most important step we take. While we always look forward, we must deal with the present immediately. Protection orders, also referred to as restraining orders, can be obtained to keep your partner from coming near you or even communicating with you.

Colorado law provides three types of protection orders: emergency, temporary, and permanent. Emergency protection orders are usually the result of police requests and are issued by a judge. Their purpose is to protect a victim for a short period of time, until the court can meet to hear their case (often within a day).  Similar to emergency orders are temporary protection orders; the difference is these last a bit longer. They are issued by a judge in an initial hearing and are designed to provide victims protection until their case comes to court.

If a judge believes you are in danger after hearing your case, they may issue a permanent protection order. This long-term decision impacts your partner’s ability to contact you in person, via telephone, through social media,  or even by email/mail. It may also identify certain locations to be avoided.

Our team can build your case for a protection order and represent you in the hearings related to obtaining it. We must first describe the reasons why you need a protection order. After that, a second hearing will be scheduled providing your partner the opportunity to argue against its issuance. Because we are not emotionally involved, we are able to communicate clearly and logically, sharing your story and emphasizing your need for assistance.

Looking Toward the Future

Helping you obtain a protection order is often our first course of action. That said, as family lawyers we understand that the impact of abuse is broad-based and long lasting. Taking additional steps to protect your family and move forward with your life is critical.

As such, we carefully review your situation and are available to help begin divorce proceedings, which can include determining parenting time (if appropriate) and dividing assets. Abuse can complicate these actions, but our team understands the underlying issues and knows how to combat them.

We can also represent you if your partner has violated an existing protection order or is not adhering to the agreements made (if you are already divorced).  Additionally, if the abuse began after your divorce, we can work with you to enact modifications that offer you the safety you and your children need.

Price Family Law Appreciates Your Urgency

Contact Us Today

As Denver family lawyers, we are well aware that relationships change, and what may have been idyllic at one point in time can quickly become unsustainable. Ending a relationship is not a failure, it’s simply recognizing that times and people change.  That said, abuse in any form, is wholly unacceptable. In situations like this, immediate action is necessary.

Our team is available to meet with you right away. Helping you obtain the protection you need is our primary goal; we work tirelessly to assist you. We work efficiently and effectively, knowing how to fast-track action when necessary.

Based on years of experience, we are personally aware of the defense strategies used by those accused of domestic violence;  we know how to combat them.

We work hard to qualify all of the issues you have faced; telling your story in vivid detail is critical to effecting positive change.

Our commitment is unfailingly strong, and we will use the resources of our entire firm to build your case.  Contact our team today at 720-615-1750 to schedule your free consultation. Time, in instances of domestic violence, is incredibly valuable. Allow us to leverage it to get you the protection you need.