Protection from Abuse Lawyer in State College, PA
Domestic violence in Statesville and elsewhere in Pennsylvania is taken very seriously. In fact, several separate criminal charges can apply in domestic violence cases.
Our family law attorney represents both victims and defendants in these cases. We know how abuse and allegations of abuse affect families. We care about your safety and that of your children, and about what happens to your family going forward.
What Protections Are Available for Victims of Abuse?
Your safety and your family’s safety are our concern. Topinka Law can assist victims of domestic abuse in several ways, including:
- Applying for Protection From Abuse (PFA) orders for yourself and your children.
- Assisting the client in privacy and safety efforts, such as joining the Address Confidentiality Program (ACP). This allows victims to use a P.O. Box rather than their actual physical address for receiving mail.
- Modifying child custody orders and alimony or spousal support orders, if applicable.
Attorney Barbara Topinka provides diligent representation from the beginning of the legal process to the final hearing. She can help protect your rights and resolve your family law issues.
Do You Need Defense for Allegations of Abuse?
Our firm can assist with your defense against domestic violence accusations. Some of the defense strategies we use include:
- Filing a motion to be wrongfully named as a defendant — This plan can sometimes be a strategic legal advantage when filed.
- Arguing for far-reaching consequences — This defense is often used in child custody and divorce cases.
- Aggressive, diligent defense counsel — Whatever your circumstance for the domestic violence charges, your best defense strategy is to hire an experienced PFA attorney.
Get Experienced Help For Domestic Abuse
Contact us online or call 814-954-7280 to learn how we can assist with your legal matter.