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Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders

Salem Massachusetts Domestic Violence (DV) Attorney

Domestic violence can impact your divorce, including child custody, support and the division of property.

If you are the victim of domestic violence, we can help you get a restraining order. If you have been wrongfully accused of domestic violence, or believe your spouse is using an accusation of domestic violence to gain leverage in a child custody battle, we can help.

Located in Salem, Massachusetts, Laurence M. Kelley, Attorney at Law represents men and women throughout the north shore area, including Essex County, Middlesex County and Suffolk County in family law matters, including domestic violence.

Our family law attorney, Larry Kelley, has been representing individuals in family law matters since 1994. With more than 14 years experience, he understands how to prepare a case.

Whether you are the battered spouse or the spouse wrongly accused of domestic battery, we have the knowledge and experience to provide you with quality representation. Domestic violence is a serious matter - obtain serious representation.

For information about our qualifications and some of the benefits of retaining our services, please visit our Firm Overview.

To discuss your domestic violence matter with an experienced Massachusetts family law attorney, please call 978-666-4301 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Domestic Violence and Restraining Order Attorney
If You Are a Battered Spouse:

We can assist you by obtaining a temporary restraining order (TRO) against your spouse or batterer. There will then be a hearing to make the temporary restraining order a permanent restraining order. A violation of the restraining order is both a family law issue and a criminal offense.

If you are in a divorce or contemplating a divorce, and require assistance with a restraining order, please contact us for a free confidential consultation.

Domestic Violence and Restraining Order Attorney
If You Are Accused of Battering Your Spouse:

Unfortunately, in many divorces, a spouse may make false accusations of domestic violence to gain an advantage at a child custody and visitation hearing, or to influence the outcome of a divorce.

Family law attorney, Larry Kelley, will fight to protect your rights and defend you against allegations of domestic violence or allegations of violating an existing restraining order.

Violation of an existing restraining order is a criminal offense. Please seek advice from an experienced family law attorney with experience in domestic violence defense.

Contact an Experienced Salem Domestic Violence Lawyer Today

For information about Massachusetts domestic violence and restraining order laws, or to discuss your particular situation with an experienced family law attorney, please schedule a free confidential consultation by calling us at 978-666-4301. If you prefer, you may fill out our intake form and we will contact you.