Domestic Violence

Orange County ◦ Riverside County Domestic Violence Attorney

Domestic violence is an unfortunate reality in many family relationships. The Maggio Law Firm believes that domestic violence must be dealt with promptly and decisively to protect all affected family members.

Contact us to schedule an initial consultation regarding any of the following issues related to domestic violence:

• TROs (temporary restraining orders)
• Physical abuse
• Stalking
• Unreasonable harassment
• Verbal abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Coercion
• Sexual abuse
• Related child custody matters

From the California Family Code, Section 3044: "Upon a finding by the court that a party seeking custody of a child has perpetrated domestic violence against the other party seeking custody of the child or against the child or the child's siblings within the previous five years, there is a rebuttable presumption that an award of sole or joint physical or legal custody of a child to a person who has perpetrated domestic violence is detrimental to the best interest of the child."

If you are going through a divorce and have been accused of domestic violence, it is essential that you do everything you can to prevent a conviction if you wish to retain custody or visitation rights with your children. This may include participating in a 52-week batterers' intervention program.

The Maggio Law Firm represents men and women who have been victimized by or who have been accused of domestic violence in the context of marriage, domestic partnership, dating relationships and same-sex partnerships. We direct victims and perpetrators alike to appropriate counseling resources and above all, help protect the legal rights and human rights of each of our clients.

A strong, aggressive advocate is a crucial ally for individuals involved in domestic violence cases. Contact us to schedule a consultation regarding domestic violence.