Domestic Violence Defence Solicitors

At Kang & Co Solicitors, our lawyers possess a wealth of skill and expertise in representing individuals facing investigation or have recently been charged for a Domestic Violence Offence. If you find yourself in this position it is essential that you seek expert legal advice at an early stage to enhance your chances of having the matter discontinued or attaining the best possible outcome. If you would like to speak with one of our specialist Criminal Defence Solicitors for a no obligation initial telephone assessment, please call us on 03308189825 or complete our Contact Form.

What is Domestic Abuse?

The term ‘Domestic Abuse’ is a wide-ranging general phrase which encompasses a range of different types of allegations which have allegedly occurred within a family or household.     

Whether a criminal allegation is considered as a Domestic Violence incident will depend upon who has made the allegation and whether they are a family member, this can usually include married couples, partners, children, parents and siblings.  

The types of allegations which may amount to domestic abuse against a family member or partner include:

• Assault
• Sexual Allegations
• Threats
• Emotional Abuse

The Stages of an Investigation

Matters involving alleged domestic violence will usually begin with an initial report being made to the Police. This report can be made by the person alleging the abuse or a third party such as a neighbour, friend or work colleague. Once the Police have been made aware of a potential incident, they will begin their investigation.

The Police will usually obtain a statement from the alleged victim or from anyone else that may have witnessed the incident, this will usually follow with either an arrest or request to attend a Voluntary Police Station Interview Under Caution.

If you have been called to attend the Police Station for an Interview Under Caution, it is important to note that this is not simply a ‘chat with the Police’, it is a formal part of a police investigation which is recorded as evidence and will play a crucial role in whether a person is charged. If you have been asked to attend the Police Station and would like to secure specialist representation during your interview, please call us on 03308189825 or complete our Contact Form above.

Advantages of Paying Privately for a Specialist Domestic Abuse Defence Lawyer

1. Expertise: There are very limited number of law firms throughout the country that only accept criminal cases on a private fee-paying basis, these lawyers will usually only accept such cases because they possess superior legal knowledge and expertise.

1. Communication: Paying for legal representation privately will usually result in better and more frequent communication with your Solicitor and Barrister. Lawyers paid privately will usually respond to e-mails and phone calls quickly.

1. Preparation: The amount of time a lawyer spends preparing a case and considering the evidence will have an impact upon the result. Paying privately will ensure that the lawyer can spend enough time on case preparation, which will have a positive impact on the overall outcome of the case. We prepare thoroughly for each case.

1. Service: Clients that instruct lawyers via private funds will receive a substantially better service than those using legal aid.   

1. Quality: The overall quality of legal representation from private client solicitors is significantly superior.

1. Consistency: We provide all our clients with consistency and continuity, the lawyer dealing with your case will be the same person from start to finish.