In a divorce situation people are under stress.  Sometimes one spouse has been a victim of long term abuse.  At times, one spouse will attempt to use an unfounded allegations of criminal conduct to their advantage.  Thus, a divorce case is ripe for claims of domestic violence, protective orders, and criminal activity.  It is important to have a lawyer to help you navigate these situations. 

TYPES OF CLAIMS THAT YOU MIGHT SEE IN A CONNECTICUT DIVORCE CASE

In a divorce case there are certain types of claims that an experienced divorce lawyer has seen many times.   These include:

• domestic violence
• stalking
• sexual abuse or assault
• child physical abuse
• child sexual abuse

PROTECTIVE ORDERS

A protective order is an order from the Court not to violate the law, or to refrain to engaging in some activity, or to stay away from a certain person or location.   To violated a protective order is a serious crime in itself notwithstanding the underlying act that might constitute the violation.  When someone is in fear for their safety they can seek a civil protective order from the Court.  Additionally, standing criminal protective orders are routinely ordered in any family violence criminal case.  Protective orders have a great influence on any divorce case because to violated a protective order is a very serious crime, and any violation will likely result is very negative consequences in the family law case.  

WHERE TO FIND HELP

The lawyers at The Bartinik Law Firm are experienced in dealing with criminal allegations, and protective orders.  Attorney Peter J. Bartinik Jr., Esq. handles criminal defense law. 

You can find help in your family law case by contacting Attorney Lori Bartinik.  She is Board Certified in Family Law Advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy with over 30 years of experience.  Contact her at The Bartinik Law Firm LLC at 860-445-8521.