Chico, California, Domestic Violence and Harassment Attorneys
Are you involved in a dispute with your spouse, domestic partner, ex-boyfriend or girlfriend, or someone else in your household? Do you feel threatened and in need of legal protection — or has someone obtained a restraining order against you that you believe is unjustified?
In any such situation, the best way to protect yourself, your family and future is to hire a lawyer who knows the court system and all your legal options. Our Chico law firm's decades of successful work resolving both family law and criminal law matters make us an excellent resource whether you are a victim of domestic violence or someone accused of abuse or threatening behavior.
Decisive, Efficient Legal Action to Protect Your Safety and Future
At Rooney Law Firm, we will empathize with you, work to understand your immediate and long-term concerns, and apply extensive experience to actions such as:
- Obtaining a temporary restraining order (TRO) to increase your security while awaiting a hearing and more lasting solution
- Navigating all procedures necessary to obtain a "no contact" criminal protective order (CPO) while your active domestic violence case is in progress
- Negotiating modification of an emergency protective order (EPO) to a "no negative contact" order if you and your spouse or partner wish to continue living together
- Defend you against imposition of a permanent restraining order and against all allegations of abuse, stalking or harassment that could impact your freedom, family relationships, the outcome of a divorce or child custody dispute and other aspects of your life
Representation Informed by Knowledge of Criminal Law and Family Law
Our supervising litigation attorney Michael Rooney's experience includes handling of many felony domestic violence cases in his time as a public defender. While we fully understand law enforcement's and our courts' prioritization of actions that stop and prevent abuse, we also know that one side of the story often goes untold. You can turn to our firm for compassion and a balanced, skilled effort to get the best results possible for you.
Questions About Temporary Restraining Orders?
Fast action to get qualified counsel could be critical whether you are the victim or the accused. Dealing with your situation on your own could put you at a serious disadvantage. If you need help with any legal issue involving a protective or restraining order, call (800) TKO-4-LAW now or e-mail us to request a free initial consultation.
