A Respected Toms River Family Law Attorney
Handling Domestic Violence Issues
According to the New Jersey Legislature, domestic violence is a serious crime against society. The physical, emotional, or psychological abuse of a spouse or significant other can be a troubling aspect of a divorce. Richard M. Sevrin, Attorney at Law, has significant experience handling issues related to domestic violence and divorce. His office is located in Toms River, New Jersey, and he serves clients throughout Ocean County, Monmouth County, and the surrounding cities.
Experienced Domestic Violence Representation
Domestic violence involving women, children, and men is tragic. Equally tragic are false reports of domestic violence made to improve a person's position in child custody, alimony, or property division disputes. Mr. Sevrin has significant experience representing men and women dealing with domestic violence allegations.
When most people think of domestic violence, physical assault is the first thing that comes to mind. However, in New Jersey, there are a variety of criminal violations that can be charged as domestic violence when committed against a protected class:
• Homicide
• Assault
• Terroristic threats
• Kidnapping
• Criminal restrain
• False imprisonment
• Sexual assault
• Lewdness
• Criminal sexual contact
• Criminal mischief
• Burglary
• Criminal trespass
• Harassment
• Stalking
Mr. Sevrin can help victims of domestic violence apply for civil relief in the form of a restraining order and criminal relief in the form of a criminal complaint.
Divorce and False Allegations of Domestic Violence
Allegations of spousal abuse can have a significant impact on divorce disputes and child custody arrangements, including exclusive possession of residence, temporary custody of children, and limiting the visitation of children by the defendant. Therefore, it is important to challenge false allegations and prevent restraining orders from being issued, even when there is no intention of going near the complainant.
Richard M. Sevrin brings thirty-seven years of legal experience to family law and domestic violence cases. He understands how to help victims of domestic violence obtain restraining orders and Orders of Protection. He can help victims of domestic violence obtain appropriate divorce settlements. Mr. Sevrin also knows how to defend clients from false allegations of domestic violence and protect their access to their children and help ensure fair divorce settlements.
Contact New Jersey Family Law Lawyer Richard M. Sevrin
If you have questions about any family law matter, please contact Richard M. Sevrin, Esq. He can be contacted by phone at 732-505-4411 or by email.
Richard M. Sevrin
Attorney at Law
One Hadley Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-505-4411
Fax: 732-505-4606
E-Mail
Richard M. Sevrin is a New Jersey attorney handling divorce and family law matters for clients throughout Ocean County, Monmouth County, and the cities of Toms River, Brick, Berkeley, Ocean Township, Tinton Falls, Wall Township, Brielle, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, Dover Township, Manchester Township, Whiting, Forked River, Wall, Asbury Park, Belmar, Manasquan, Freehold, Jackson, Lakewood, Lakehurst, Tuckerton, Lacey, Manahawkin, Seaside Heights, Stafford, Barnegat, Long Beach Island, Red Bank, Sea Girt, South Toms River, and Beachwood.
