Domestic violence is a prevalent problem in the United States. The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. helps its clients find safety from their violent partners and family members by filing Orders of Protection. The firm is also experienced in defending against abusive orders of protection.
[HAUPPAGE, 7/2/2019] One in four American women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime, the New York State Unified Court System stated in their 2017 Annual Report. The statistic is supported by the 61,196 orders of protection issued in family courts in the state in 2017, according to the New York Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence’s (OPDV) Domestic Violence Dashboard. Over 7,011 of these orders were brought against intimate partners.
Protecting Against Violence from Spouses and Family Members
A judge can issue orders of protection to direct an individual to follow specific behavior, as stated by the OPDV in their criminal justice resource page. If the said person breaches those rules, police can arrest them immediately. These orders are often made to guard victims against people who have committed or are plotting acts of violence against them.
The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. guides its clients in filing family court orders of protection to shield themselves from abusive family members, household members, and people from romantic relationships. Mr. Mednick also provides aggressive legal representation to ensure that their clients get the protection they deserve.
Defense Against Orders of Protection
The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. understands that some individuals abuse orders of protection to get advantages over their ex-partner, like complete occupancy over their home or sole custody of a child. Mr. Mednick is experienced in defending against these abusive orders.
Orders of protection cases are extremely sensitive and difficult to deal with. As such, The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. is always ready to provide a safe and understanding environment for its clients to tell their side of the story and find justice. The firm also handles other family law cases, such as child support, relocation rights, and no-fault divorce.
About The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C.
The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. handles family law, divorce, and mediation cases in Long Island. Mr. Mednick has a decade of experience in handling these types of cases. He makes sure that every client gets personalized attention and aggressive representation in court. The firm serves clients in Long Island, Suffolk County, and Nassau County.
To learn more about The Law Offices of Ian S. Mednick, P.C. and its services, visit https://www.divorceattorneyinlongisland.com/