Temporary restraining orders in family cases are short-term court orders that can restrict certain actions to prevent immediate harm, preserve property, and maintain stability until a hearing can be held. They are often used at the beginning of divorce or custody cases to address urgent conduct and to set the stage for temporary orders.
When should you hire a counsel for your temporary restraining order matters?
You should hire counsel when you need immediate court intervention to stop harmful conduct, when you are concerned about a parent removing a child or dissipating assets, or when you have been served and must respond quickly. Legal guidance is also critical when the allegations could affect custody, employment, or future protective-order proceedings.
Housewright Law Group helps clients request or oppose restraining orders with careful attention to evidence, timing, and courtroom presentation. Clients choose our firm for its calm handling of urgent matters, and we heavily focus on preventing overly broad restrictions from dictating the case.
What we do
- Transition TRO issues into workable temporary orders and longer-term relief when appropriate.
- Draft and file applications for temporary restraining orders with supporting declarations and exhibits.
- Prepare responses, objections, and counter-requests for clients served with restraining orders.
- Seek provisions that preserve property, restrict harmful conduct, and stabilize child-related issues.
- Prepare for prompt hearings to extend, modify, or dissolve temporary restraints.
- Provide compliance guidance to reduce violation risk and protect a client’s position.