1 Domestic violence review
What Domestic violence clients highlight
- Friendly staff
- Clear explanations
- Fast service
- Efficient process
- Speaks
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Domestic violence covers physical, sexual, psychological and financial abuse within intimate relationships or households, including coercive control. A solicitor helps clients obtain protection, advise on criminal charges, and navigate family and housing steps arising from abuse. They draft and apply for non‑molestation and occupation orders, assist with Domestic Violence Protection Notices and Orders, prepare statements for police and prosecutors, and represent clients in court and at hearings to secure safety and resolve related custody or accommodation issues.
1 Domestic violence review
What Domestic violence clients highlight
40 Domestic violence reviews
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (37)
Your solicitor
Philip Kouvaritakis
Associate Solicitor
“Gardner Leader are one of the top brands of legal services providers in Newbury and Berkshire. We need expert advice, quickly and so we approached this top brand and we were not disappointed in the rapid services, decisive nature of advice given and the options pointed out to us.”
75 Domestic violence reviews
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (66)Sexual allegations including Rape and Sexual Assaults (3)
Leads the Domestic violence team
Nick Titchener
Managing Partner



Works with Dawn McKnight and 4 more
“Mr Hobdell provided excellent representation in regards to a spurious allegation made against a family member recently. I highly recommend his services, thorough and professional. ”
8 Domestic violence reviews
63 Domestic violence reviews
173 Domestic violence reviews 2 reviews this year
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (159)Assault (8)Criminal Damage (4)
Leads the Domestic violence team
Raymond Shaw
Senior Partner



Works with Madeleine Corr and 3 more
“I found Madeleine through the Centre for Women’s Justice website and I’m so grateful that I did. My case was a serious offence and could have had a huge impact on both my daughter and my career. I needed a solicitor who understood domestic abuse and coercive control, and Madeleine’s knowledge and experience immediately stood out. From the beginning, she was supportive, reassuring, and always willing to help, even before my legal aid was approved. I was not charged by the CPS until around 13 months after my arrest, but throughout that time Madeleine still took action on my behalf. She contacted the police about any concerns I had, successfully requested changes to some of my bail conditions. Even while my case was still an active investigation, she successfully arranged for some of my property to be returned to me. Once I was charged, Madeleine helped me with my legal aid application and regularly met with me to prepare my defence. She took the time to listen to me and I felt supported throughout the whole process. The CPS discontinued proceedings against me just before my second plea hearing at Crown Court. I cannot explain the relief I feel, and I’m now able to move forward and rebuild my life with my daughter. I truly believe Madeleine’s expertise and dedication made all the difference to the outcome of my case, and I will always be thankful for her support. I would highly recommend Shaw Graham Kersh LLP to anyone needing a knowledgeable and compassionate defence solicitor.”
1 Domestic violence review
2 Domestic violence reviews
1 Domestic violence review
Your solicitor
Jeremy Asher
Solicitor
12 Domestic violence reviews
Reviewed for Extradition (8)Criminal defence - All (3)
Your solicitor
Anna Matelska
Principal & Managing Director
“Mrs Anna, as my official defender in front of the Crown Court in London, helped me to avoid the severe penalty of at least 4 years in prison, which is given for in a similar cases in which I got involved. Thanks to Mrs. Anna I am free. I am glad to recommend Mrs. Anna Matelska as an attorney-at law to anyone who needs a good lawyer in an English court.”
2 Domestic violence reviews
3 Domestic violence reviews
11 Domestic violence reviews
Reviewed for Criminal defence - All (5)Drugs offences (3)
1 Domestic violence review
1 Domestic violence review
10 Domestic violence reviews
4 Domestic violence reviews
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We have ranked 80 law firms for Domestic violence in EC1A, listed in order on this page.