By Natalie Hinton

Attorney, Cordell & Cordell, P.C.

Note: This is Part 2 of a two-part series on orders of protection. Click here to read Part 1.

In the midst of a contested divorce case, some people resort to using Orders of Protection as an expedited means of obtaining custody of the children or exclusive possession of the marital home while their divorce case is pending.

Having knowledge of what an Order of Protection entails and what it can potentially add to a contested custody case enables clients to be better prepared for addressing the Order of Protection itself and keeping focused on the bigger picture of what is truly at stake.

By Natalie Hinton

Attorney, Cordell & Cordell, P.C.

Note: This is Part 1 of a two-part series on orders of protection. Click here to read Part 2.

It has become all too common for a man to find himself in the midst of a contested divorce case faced with a spouse unwilling to agree on custody and visitation. When going through a divorce, particularly when children are involved and custody and visitation are in dispute, parties can become frustrated with the court process and the time and expense involved.

Unfortunately, this leads some people to resort to using Orders of Protection as an expedited means of obtaining custody of the children or exclusive possession of the marital home while their divorce case is pending. Judges strongly frown upon either party’s misuse of the court for such a purpose, and clients should speak to their attorneys upon being served with, or prior to filing, an Order of Protection in the midst of their divorce case in order to assess the nature of any abuse that may be occurring and options for addressing the abuse.

Having knowledge of what an Order of Protection entails and what it can potentially add to a contested custody case enables clients to be better prepared for addressing the Order of Protection itself and keeping focused on the bigger picture of what is truly at stake.

by Natalie Hinton, JD of Cordell & Cordell, PC

Many clients begin their divorce cases believing that both spouses are in agreement on all of the issues, only to later find themselves facing trial.  The realization of your case going to trial can be nerve-racking and overwhelmingly frightening. 

First and foremost, know that it is okay to be nervous.  It is your future and your children in the judge’s hands, so anxious feelings are expected and even healthy!  But, preparation is key, and by remembering a few simple things, you can alleviate the anxiety and walk into the courtroom feeling confident.

by Natalie Hinton, Esq. (Cordell & Cordell, P.C.)

Many clients begin their divorce cases believing that both spouses are in agreement on all of the issues, only to later find themselves facing trial.  The realization of your case going to trial can be nerve-racking and overwhelmingly frightening.  First and foremost, know that it is okay to be nervous.  It is your future and your children in the judge’s hands, so anxious feelings are expected and even healthy!  By remembering a few simple things, you can alleviate the anxiety and walk into the courtroom feeling confident.