This webinar takes you through the basic steps of litigating a renewal in a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) case, starting with an overview of applicable legal standards. We discuss timing your filing; preparing your paperwork; service, including alternate service options; preparing for and presenting your case at trial, including evidence considerations; and post-representation issues. This presentation offers important insights into navigating the family court system, protecting and preserving your client’s rights, and the unique legal challenges facing domestic violence survivors.
Presenters:
Carrie Holmes, QDRO
Harriet Fischer, CWLC
Lisa Szekely, Jenesse Center