Injunction Orders

When domestic abuse occurs, you need a team that move quickly to protect you. We act swiftly and decisively to obtain injunctions and personal protection orders for you and your children. We will vigorously represent your best interests in court to ensure that you are protected.  In an emergency, we can often apply for a protection order on the same day, with a quick return date to court.

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Non-molestation orders

A non-molestation order gives protection to family members, including children or people in a domestic relationship, against the use of violence or other forms of molestation by a person with whom they are associated

We can advise you when it is suitable to apply for a non-molestation order, what steps to take before and during the process to keep you safe, and we will represent you at all stages of the application with the aim of obtaining an order as swiftly and cost-effectively as possible.

Sometimes, the threat alone of a court application can deter another party’s bad behaviour and we can assist with preparing letters or emails warning that proceedings will follow if there is not a change in behaviour. Alternatively, we can invite undertakings – promises to the court which carry significant consequences if breached – as an alternative to contested court disputes.

Occupation orders

An occupation order is an order primarily determining a right to occupy a property, which is usually the family home. The court may declare, confer or regulate occupation rights in the family home between family members or those involved in a domestic relationship.

Occupation orders can give someone the right to live in the home, and can also exclude parties from living in the home. This might be particularly important where domestic violence is alleged, and it is not suitable for a couple to continue living together but they have not agreed what should happen to the home that they share – e.g., whether it should be sold or one party buys the other out.

Our experience

If you need to go to court, we have experienced lawyers who will often do their own advocacy – this means that you won’t always need to instruct a separate barrister to do the court work as we can do both. Where there is domestic violence, we are regularly instructed to apply for emergency orders, such as a non-molestation order or an occupation order under the Family Law Act 1996.

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Victoria is a real force of nature and is regarded as a powerhouse in the financial remedy world.

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Sally is excellent: she manages clients’ expectations and gives very good advice. She is also pragmatic with a keen eye on managing costs for the clients.

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I would highly recommend Richard Scott. He is professional, approachable and always seeks to achieve the best outcome for his clients.

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James was a really good communicator and we gelled well from the start. I found him really sympathetic to my situation.

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James is without exception a fine lawyer. He is determined, mindful of keeping costs to a minimum and brilliant at allaying any fears or concerns that arise.

Client testimonial Chambers 2026

Carolyn is probably the most experienced family finance solicitor in the South West.

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Andrew is an excellent partner – hard-working and smart, and I felt like he genuinely cared about getting a result for me. He guided me well in very difficult times.

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Special thanks to Shereen Chohan at family law. Such an amazing person who did tremendously well in my case. Highly recommended.

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The feeling knowing I have stability back and can now rebuild mine and my daughter’s future is more than I can describe.

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Richard Scott provides clear, thorough advice and is knowledgeable as to all aspects of family law work.

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I largely dealt with Danielle Bentley, who was the solicitor with conduct of my matter. The difference between her approach and others seems to be a focus on not only the legal requirements of my matter, but also a clear focus on practical consequences of decisions that were made during the case.

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The family department are one of the leading teams in the Thames Valley area. Both Kate Grant and Danielle Bentley are technically brilliant whilst all the time delivering sensible and pragmatic advice for their clients.

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