Categories
Family Law

Domestic Violence / Spousal Abuse

[fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”5px” class=”” id=””]Protect Yourself and Your Family[/title][fusion_text]If you are being abused, threatened, stalked or harassed, you have the choice to seek the protection of the law and make it stop. Regardless of whether you or your family’s safety is being threatened by your partner or a stranger, we can help you make it stop. We have the ability to provide compassionate and aggressive representation in domestic violence cases and to assault victims.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”5px” class=”” id=””]End the Violence Today[/title][fusion_text]Protective remedies can be sought even where you have been threatened and not physically attacked.  The following Protective Orders can be obtained through the Courts:[/fusion_text][fusion_text]

Interdict Order

This order requires a person to refrain from behaving in a certain manner which can cause you fear, alarm or distress. The behaviour can include uttering threats of violence, physical and verbal abuse. A Power of Arrest can be attached to the Interdict Order. The Power of Arrest allows the abuser to be arrested without the necessity of a warrant.

Non-harassment Order

This order specifically deals with behaviour which causes distress and upset. There is no statutory definition of harassment. Therefore, this order can be obtained in a number of situations, for example, stalking, abusive and persistent phone calls and SMS messages and loitering. There is a strict test which requires to be met before a Non-harassment Order will be granted. A breach of the Non-harassment Order carries with it criminal penalties.

Exclusion Order

Spouses and Civil Partners have occupancy rights in the marital home by virtue of the marriage or Civil Partnership. The Exclusion Order is used to suspend the occupancy rights. The Courts will usually grant the Exclusion Order where your safety or the safety of your family is in question. The test for obtaining the Exclusion Order is quite strict and specific documentation will require to be produced for the Court.

You can put a stop to the violence and intimidation immediately. The process commences with an Interim Order which can be obtained after the initial hearing without the other party being present. The Interim Order can provide the requisite protection until the Full Order is obtained. We have the experience to assist you in obtaining protective orders.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”5px” class=”” id=””]Don’t Choose to Live in Fear – Contact MBS Solicitors[/title][fusion_text]We are passionate about helping people facing abuse of any nature. We can help you get your lives back. Contact MBS Solicitors to arrange a consultation to discuss your concerns.[/fusion_text][button link=”/contact-us” color=”default” size=”medium” stretch=”” type=”” shape=”” target=”_self” title=”” gradient_colors=”|” gradient_hover_colors=”|” accent_color=”” accent_hover_color=”” bevel_color=”” border_width=”” icon=”” icon_position=”left” icon_divider=”no” modal=”” animation_type=”0″ animation_direction=”left” animation_speed=”1″ animation_offset=”” alignment=”” class=”” id=””]Contact us[/button][/fullwidth]

Categories
Family Law

Separation

[fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”10px” class=”” id=””]When Legal Separation is Your Best Option[/title][fusion_text]At MBS Solicitors we understand that family relationships are increasingly complex and diverse. Some issues can only be resolved with proper legal assistance. Where your marriage has ended, divorce may not always be the best or the only choice for you. Clients come to MBS Solicitors seeking a separation for different reasons. Issues pertaining to contact and residence, property and financial issues, aliment and other legal obligations can be factored into a separation agreement. Such issues can make a divorce easier to resolve when you are ready to take that decision.

The Civil Partnership Act 2004 gave legal recognition to same sex partners. Civil Partners have similar rights and obligations to married couples. We at MBS Solicitors are well placed to offer expert advice in Civil Partnership resolutions or dissolutions.

Similarly, cohabitants have also been given restricted legal recognition by virtue of the Family Law (Scotland) Law 2006. Cohabitants have certain financial claims which can be made during the breakdown of the relationship or the deceased partner’s estate. There are strict time limits applicable to such claims. It is imperative that proper legal advice is sought as soon as possible after the breakdown of the relationship. This is a novel area of law and potentially very complex. We at MBS Solicitors are able to offer the highest quality advice to our clients.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”10px” class=”” id=””]Making the system work for you[/title][fusion_text]At MBS Solicitors we are able to provide you with advice on financial, emotional and legal issues arising from the breakdown of your relationship. Where issues pertaining to your separation cannot be settled amicably, we are able to present your case in family law courts throughout Scotland.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”10px” class=”” id=””]What you can expect from us[/title][checklist icon=”fa-chevron-circle-right” iconcolor=”#dd3333″ circle=”no” circlecolor=”” size=”16px” class=”” id=””][li_item icon=””]We will guide you through the complex legal process in an efficient manner.[/li_item][li_item icon=””]We will assist you in ingathering all the necessary documentation.[/li_item][li_item icon=””]We will assist you in making an informed decision on your property and financial issues.[/li_item][li_item icon=””]We will identify your goals and expectations and assist you in achieving those goals.[/li_item][li_item icon=””]We will assist you to negotiate a settlement which is fair for you.[/li_item][/checklist][/fullwidth][fullwidth background_color=”” background_image=”” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_position=”left top” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_webm=”” video_mp4=”” video_ogv=”” video_preview_image=”” overlay_color=”” overlay_opacity=”0.5″ video_mute=”yes” video_loop=”yes” fade=”no” border_size=”0px” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” padding_top=”20″ padding_bottom=”” padding_left=”” padding_right=”” hundred_percent=”no” equal_height_columns=”no” hide_on_mobile=”no” menu_anchor=”” class=”” id=””][title size=”2″ content_align=”left” style_type=”default” sep_color=”” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”10px” class=”” id=””]Many of our clients rely on us to assist in separation issues[/title][fusion_text]Whether you are considering divorce or dissolution of civil partnership proceedings, or your divorce or dissolution of civil partnership case is damaged and requires experienced legal representation to straighten out the complex matters, MBS Solicitors are able and willing to help. Contact MBS Solicitors to schedule a consultation. We represent clients throughout Scotland.[/fusion_text][/fullwidth]