Brevard County Injunctions Attorneys
When conflict arises, your safety, money and peace of mind are on the line. It might be a tense business dispute. It could be a neighbor’s encroachment. It may even be a difficult divorce. In these moments, you need experienced legal counsel to protect your rights. We can act swiftly to fight for you. We can also demand the other party cease and desist.
We are Goldman, Monaghan, Thakkar & Bettin, P.A., a full-service legal firm serving Brevard County and beyond. Since 1984, we have provided client-focused, professional legal services. Our attorneys possess deep connections in the community. We offer decades of combined experience. Our team members were born and raised here. They also speak Spanish, Hindi and Gujarati. If you need a Brevard County injunctions lawyer, contact us today.
Our team of attorneys is well-educated and experienced. We offer high-quality legal services for our clients’ important challenges. Due to our proven results and outstanding client service, we are known as the gold standard in representation. Our firm is renowned for real estate work in Cocoa and Brevard County. We now serve as a full-service legal firm for the area. In addition to our injunction services, we practice real estate, criminal law, estate planning, probate, business law, family law, immigration and personal injury.
Understanding Civil Injunctions
Civil injunctions are a type of court order requiring a party to do or stop doing a specific action. Injunctions address a range of disputes. These can include:
- Business disagreements
- Contract disputes
- Property encroachments
- Environmental concerns
- Construction and development
- Domestic relationships
- Divorces
- Stalking and harassment
- Real estate transactions
We can represent either party in these disputes. Since these situations tend to move very quickly, you need to hire legal counsel immediately. Our injunction lawyers jump into action to make the other party stop their actions.
What You Need To Know About Restraining Orders
Restraining orders, also known as injunctions for protection, are serious legal matters. They are designed to protect individuals from domestic violence, stalking and harassment. If you face violent threats or harassment, an injunction can provide immediate protection. It orders the abuser to stay away from you and prevents them from contacting you.
However, injunctions can also be misused. Sometimes, people file false claims out of anger. They may also use them as leverage in divorce or custody battles. If you are wrongly accused, it is important to seek legal help. A Brevard County injunctions lawyer can defend you against false allegations. If you legitimately need protection, we can help you obtain a restraining order.
Types Of Restraining Orders
Florida recognizes five types of restraining orders. Each order serves a certain purpose to protect the rights of the party filing it. According to the Brevard County Clerk of Court, they are:
- Domestic violence
- Repeat violence
- Dating violence
- Sexual violence
- Stalking
They offer different levels of protection for the specific situations they address. If you are unsure which type applies to your situation, consult with a lawyer. We have handled thousands of injunction cases, and we know exactly how to approach yours.
How To File
Filing for an injunction involves several steps:
- First, you must complete a petition.
- In the petition, describe the incidents of violence, stalking or harassment. Provide as much detail as possible, including dates, times and locations.
- File the petition with the Brevard County Clerk of Court.
- The court will review your petition; if it finds enough evidence, it will issue a temporary injunction and schedule a hearing.
- At the hearing, you must present evidence to support your claims. The recipient of the petition has the right to be present. They can also present their own evidence.
- The judge will decide whether to grant a permanent injunction.
If you need to file for an injunction, you must do so at the Brevard County Courthouse, the Melbourne Branch Courthouse or the Viera Branch Courthouse. Fortunately, you do not have to do it on your own – you can have help from one of our Brevard County injunction lawyers.
Defending Against Restraining Orders
Domestic violence injunctions are protective. However, in some cases, someone might choose to use them incorrectly and maliciously. Emotion may overtake someone’s better judgment. They may use injunctions as a weapon in a divorce. They might also use them in a custody scenario. If you believe an injunction against you is not valid, we can defend you against false accusations of abuse. We also practice criminal defense and can represent you in matters such as injunction violations.
Protect Your Rights: Consult An Injunctions Lawyer
At Goldman, Monaghan, Thakkar & Bettin, P.A., we are here to help you with your legal needs regarding an injunction. Our team can guide you through the process and provide strong representation. Learn why we are known as the gold standard in legal service: contact us at 321-639-1320 or send us an email to schedule a consultation.