Los Angeles Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
A domestic violence restraining order is a court order that protect people from abuse or threats of abuse from someone they have a close relationship with.
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If your child is being abused, you can also file a restraining order on behalf of your child (and other family members).
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There are four (4) main types of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders in Los Angeles:​
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Emergency Protective Order (EPO)
An EPO is a type of a restraining order that law enforcement requests from a judge. A judge is available 24 hours/day to issue EPOs. An EPO starts right away and can last up to a week. The judge can order the abusive person to leave the home and stay away from the victim and any children.
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Temporary Restraining Order (TRO)
You can get a TRO by going to court and filling out paperwork where you explain everything that has happened to a judge. TROs usually last about three weeks, until a hearing date where both sides can state their cases. A judge will then decide whether to issue a "permanent" restraining order.
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Permanent Restraining Order
When you go to court for the hearing scheduled by the TRO, the judge may issue a restraining order that lasts 1-5 years. This is called a "permanent restraining order." When it expires, you can ask for a new restraining order to remain protected.
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Criminal Protective Order
This is a restraining order issued by a criminal court if the district attorney has filed charges and opened a criminal case against the abuser.
A Domestic Violence Restraining Order can order the restrained person:​​
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Not contact you, directly or indirectly, nor go near you, your children, other relatives, or others who live with you;
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Stay away from your home, vehicle, school, work, or your children’s schools;
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Stay away from your pets;
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Move out (even if you live together);
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Not have a gun and turn any guns in to a law enforcement agency;
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Follow child custody and visitation orders;
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Pay child support;
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Pay certain bills;
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Not make changes to certain insurance policies;
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Transfer the rights to a cell phone number and account to the protected person;
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Release or return certain property;
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Complete a 52-week batterer intervention program.
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In addition to the above, if you're married, the court can order the restrained person:
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Pay spousal support;
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Not transfer, borrow against, sell, hide, or get rid of or destroy any property.
The DVRO Process
Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein - Los Angeles Domestic Violence Attorney
1. CONSULT
Schedule a confidential consultation. We'll listen to your unique story, evaluate your case, and answer your questions.
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2. PREPARE
We'll review your evidence, help gather evidence, draft your declaration an all required forms. We'll file a request for Temporary Restraining Order to bridge the gap until the Domestic Violence Restraining Order hearing.
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3. SERVE THE OTHER PARTY
We'll have the other served. The party will have the opportunity to present his or her side to the court at the hearing..
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4. ATTEND THE HEARING
We'll attend the hearing and put on the strongest case possible to obtain the best possible result. A superior court judge will hear the case and make a decision.
Domestic Violence Solutions That Respond To Your Individual Needs With Legal & Emotional Intelligence
Escaping from domestic abuse is one of the most traumatic things a person can endure. The right support team is critical.
With both fierce advocacy and a calming spirit, we guide clients through some of the most difficult and sensitive times in their lives. We do this with first-class litigation and negotiation skills along with emotional intelligence that many other attorneys lack.
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When we go to court to request a domestic violence restraining order, we know what's at stake. We unleash a proactive strategy and prepare to win.
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Our goal is to protect you, your family, and your personal finances with sensitivity and compassion.
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During our initial consultation, we'll ask a series of questions and listen to your unique story to evaluate your case and begin creating a custom strategy to suit your individual needs.
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Hiring a Domestic Violence Lawyer
in Los Angeles
The Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein has extensive experience litigating and settling domestic violence matters:
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Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
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Domestic Violence and Divorce
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Domestic Violence and Child Custody
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Temporary Restraining Orders
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Emotional Abuse
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Coercion and Control
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LGBT/Same-Sex Abuse
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Supervised Visitation
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Move-Out Orders
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Alcohol and Drug Testing
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False Allegations of Abuse
The Law Office of Emily E. Rubenstein practices family law exclusively:
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Contested Divorce
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Uncontested Divorce
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Domestic Violence
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Spousal Support
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Marital property, characterization, valuation, and division
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Child custody, visitation, child support
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High-Conflict Child Custody
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Father's Rights
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Modification of Custody Orders
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Request a Confidential Consultation with a Domestic Violence Attorney
As family law attorneys, we provide representation in domestic violence matters, divorces, child custody matters, and more.
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A confidential consultation appointment can be made by calling (310)750-0827 or using the form on this page.
Property Division
Spousal support/Alimony
High-Asset Divorce
Business Valuation
Same-Sex Divorce /
LGBT Divorce
Hidden Assets
Retirement and Pension
Child custody
Child Visitation
Parenting Time
Child Relocation ("Move-Away")
Child support
High-Conflict Custody
Father's Rights
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Other
Premarital Agreements / Prenuptial Agreements
Post-Nuptial Agreements
Order Enforcement
Post Judgment
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