Domestic Assault Charges and Orders of Protection
A small confrontation with a spouse or partner can have big consequences. On the slightest evidence, police will make an arrest for domestic violence and set in motion a series of events that can affect your family, your finances and your personal freedom. With everything at stake, you cannot assume that "things will work out."
You can't afford to take this lightly. Protect your rights.
Contact the proven criminal defense lawyers of The Wool Law Group if you stand accused of domestic assault or violating an order of protection. We will make every effort to avoid jail and a criminal record, and to prevent criminal charges and restraining orders from splitting up your family and ruining your life.
Nassau County/Suffolk County Spousal Abuse Attorneys
Based in Plainview, our respected law firm handles domestic violence defense on Long Island, and in Queens/New York City. Contact us day or night for a free initial consultation.
Long Island Domestic Violence Lawyers
Most cases are handled in integrated domestic violence courts (IDV), which deal with both the criminal and family law aspects of domestic abuse. We work to de-escalate the situation and decriminalize the events, by showing that the alleged assault was a minor confrontation or that our client was acting in self-defense.
We represent the accused in court to contest the criminal charges, and to argue against a permanent or overly restrictive order or protection. We know that orders of protection can prevent spouses from reconciling and cut off the accused from any contact with their children. We are aware that false allegations are often leveled in divorce or custody proceedings.
In the criminal case, we work to get assault charges dismissed if unfounded, or we negotiate for downgraded charges or deferred prosecution. By completing anger management, probation and other terms, it may be possible to keep a domestic violence conviction off your record. Our defense attorneys, N. Richard Wool and Alissa Wool, have also handled protective order violations and stalking/harassment charges arising from domestic violence accusations.
Where There's a Wool, There's a Way
The attorneys of The Wool Law Group are available days, nights and weekends to protect your rights and interests if you are accused of domestic violence. For a free initial consultation, call us at 516-806-5537 or e-mail us.
