Restraining Orders/Protection Orders

Restraining Orders are automatically entered in Whatcom County dissolution cases to maintain the status quo, for example preventing either party from disposing of assets or changing the coverage on insurance policies. Additional restraining orders are sometimes necessary to prevent a party from further destroying or dissipating the community's assets. Weight Law Offices has experience obtaining and defending against such orders.

The court may issue a protection order when one party has established that he or she has been a victim of domestic violence, or is in fear of being assaulted or harmed. These orders may be sought as part of a divorce or parentage action or may be obtained without any other pending court action between the parties. These are serious orders to obtain and defend against. Restraining orders can have a huge impact on a separated couple and the restrained person's visitation with children or access to a home. Weight Law Offices has extensive experience dealing with such orders and navigating the difficulties they present.

Civil Anti-Harassment Orders

If you are seeking or defending against an anti-harassment order, Weight Law Offices has experience in both areas. These orders are available for those who do not have a prior marriage, dating or other domestic relationship with a party.

Many individuals obtain these orders on their own on a temporary basis. Weight Law Offices often represents people seeking and defending against such orders when they are sought on a long-term basis.