Spousal Abuse & Domestic Violence Lawyer in Ephrata, Pennsylvania

No one should have to cower in fear every time the door opens, wondering how much pain or what sort of injury may be coming next. The "Protection From Abuse Act" can put an end to a spousal or child abuse nightmare. The law offers protection to spouses, family members, children, parents and others.

To find out more about how I can help ensure you are protected from domestic violence, contact me today to schedule an appointment.

Protection From Abuse Orders

A protection from abuse order (PFA) will be granted to protect someone who has been subjected to overt abuse such as punching, choking, hair-pulling, shoving, etc. In certain circumstances a PFA order may result from less obvious abuses such as attempts to cause serious bodily injury, or by placing a victim in reasonable fear of imminent serious bodily injury by verbal threats, physical menace, false imprisonment or a pattern of stalking.

Just as important, the law not only can prohibit further abuse, but an order can also include additional relief such as child custody, child and spousal support and even possession of the marital residence. For safety, a deputy sheriff will serve the order on the perpetrator and the police then have the authority to jail a defendant who violates the order.

The Experience to Handle Your Domestic Violence Case

I have been representing clients involved with this law since it was passed in 1990. Whether you want to know if you are entitled to protection under the law or if you are sure you need help, I can offer sound and compassionate advice based on helping hundreds of abuse victims since the law was first enacted.

If you have been wrongfully charged, I will use my experience to help you try to clear your name and reputation. If not, I will try to help you obtain the best outcome available under the law.

Contact Me Today

If you need to discuss spousal abuse or domestic violence, or are just looking for a family law attorney, please give me a call at 717-842-4467 or toll free at 888-633-8853. I will explain what I can do for you and my fee arrangement. If we cannot arrange an appointment during my business hours between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., we can schedule an evening appointment.

All consultations are privileged and will not be disclosed to any other person without the client's consent.