What should I do if I’m in immediate danger?

If you are a victim of domestic abuse and are in immediate danger, call 999. Once you have dealt with the immediate situation alongside the police, you can then seek further support from a domestic abuse solicitor.

Do I have legal options as a domestic abuse victim?

Yes, domestic abuse victims have legal options. These can include reporting the abuse to the police and applying for non-molestation orders or occupation orders with the help of a solicitor.

Do you need a solicitor for domestic abuse?

You do not legally need a solicitor for domestic abuse matters, but it is highly advisable to have one. Professional guidance can be especially helpful if you want to apply for court orders and understand your legal rights and options for yourself and your children.

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Domestic Abuse Solicitors

At Bell Lamb & Joynson, our team of award-winning family law and domestic abuse solicitors are here when you need them most. If you’re experiencing domestic abuse and require legal protection from the courts, we can help.

Domestic abuse is often regarded as a pattern of incidents that display controlling, threatening, or violent behaviour. It can also include sexual threats and actions. In most cases, domestic abuse is from a current or ex-partner or family member. However, domestic abuse can happen to anyone by anyone.

Experiencing domestic abuse is frightening, isolating, and overwhelming. Whether the abuse is physical, emotional, financial, or controlling behaviour, you deserve safety and support. At Bell Lamb & Joynson, we help you take swift, practical steps to protect yourself and your children.

How We Can Help

Injunctions
Non-molestation orders
Occupation orders
Protecting children in cases of domestic abuse
Separation and divorce in cases of domestic abuse
Legal advice
Trusted support

Protections Available from the Court

Two of the most common legal protections available are injunctions known as Non‑Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders. These can be applied for urgently and, in many cases, without the other person being notified in advance.

Non-Molestation Order

A Non‑Molestation Order is designed to protect you and any children from harassment, threats, intimidation, or violence. It can prevent an abuser from:

Contacting you directly or indirectly

Coming near your home, workplace, or your child’s school

Using or threatening violence

Encouraging others to harass or intimidate you

Breaching a Non‑Molestation Order is a criminal offence, meaning the police can take immediate action if the order is ignored.

Occupation Order

An Occupation Order regulates who can live in the family home. Depending on your situation, the court can:

Require the abuser to leave the property

Allow you to remain in the home, even if you are not the legal owner

Set boundaries within the home if both parties must remain there temporarily

Prevent the abuser from entering the surrounding area

Occupation Orders are often used when it is unsafe or unreasonable for you and the abuser to continue living under the same roof.

Who Can Apply

You may be able to apply for these orders if you are an ‘associated person’ with the abuser, for example, if you are or were partners, spouses, co‑parents, or family members, or if you have lived together.

Legal aid may be available for victims of domestic abuse, depending on your circumstances.

How Bell Lamb & Joynson Can Help

We understand how difficult it can be to reach out for help. Our family law team offers a safe, confidential, and compassionate service. We act quickly, guiding you through the process of applying for protective orders and helping you understand your rights every step of the way.

Don’t wait any longer to seek professional support. Our Family Law team are here to help you.

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Get in Touch

Get in touch with our domestic abuse solicitors in Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool North, Runcorn, Warrington, Maghull & Ashton-in-Makerfield.

For an informal chat about how we can help you, contact us in one of the following ways:

Call 03444 124348 | Ask us a Question

We’re happy to speak to you by phone, email or via video call on Microsoft Teams.

Or if you prefer, please feel free to come into one of our offices in Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool North, Maghull, Runcorn, Warrington and Ashton-in-Makerfield, where we will be happy to assist you further.