Domestic violence
Whether you are seeking an injunction or responding to one, the current order and hearing date are essential starting points.
Fort Lauderdale office · Broward, Miami-Dade & Palm Beach
- 01The petition
- 02The current order
- 03The hearing date
Seeking or responding to an injunction
Identify the immediate concern
Tell the intake team whether a petition has been filed, whether a temporary order exists, and whether a hearing is scheduled. Discuss sensitive facts directly with counsel.
Understand the papers served
Have the petition, any temporary order, and the hearing notice ready for attorney review. Do not assume that a private agreement changes a court order.
A family case and a criminal case may overlap
Tell counsel about any related family-law order, criminal charge, or other attorney already involved. The legal issues and obligations in each proceeding may differ.
Prepare for a focused conversation.
Identify the proceeding
Tell intake whether you seek protection or are responding to a petition, and whether a hearing is scheduled.
Have the papers available
Counsel needs the petition, current orders, and hearing notice. Use an approved channel for documents and evidence.
Mention related matters
Identify any family case, criminal proceeding, or other attorney involved so the overlapping issues can be reviewed.
Before we speak.
Does a private agreement change an injunction?
Do not assume it does. Have counsel review the actual order and any proposed change; informal contact or agreement is not a substitute for understanding court-imposed obligations.
Should I describe the allegations in the website form?
No. Request consultation availability using the general matter type and any approaching date. Discuss sensitive facts directly with counsel through an appropriate channel.
Call about consultation availability
If a hearing is approaching, state the date when you call. Please do not send detailed allegations or evidence through the website.