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Experienced Seattle Family Law Attorneys Who Understand Domestic Violence & Abuse

Bellevue and Seattle-area Domestic Violence Attorney Molly Kenny

Domestic violence takes its toll on individuals, families, and children in every walk of life, of every race, from the very rich to those struggling to make ends meet.

If you are seeking a separation, divorce, custody arrangement, or legal protection, and domestic violence is a factor in your case, you need a sensitive and experienced Seattle family law attorney who understands these issues.

Located in Bellevue and serving the Greater Seattle area, the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny handle a variety of family law cases including those involving domestic violence and abuse.

If you are the victim of domestic violence or abuse, you are in a frightening situation. You may fear for your safety and the safety of your children. You are physically and emotionally fragile and may dread the prospect of a painful court hearing. You may feel so worthless that you think you have no right to bring your case to court, or you may even fear the loss of your abuser's love and regard. In a domestic violence situation, those feelings are normal, but they are not healthy. The Seattle domestic abuse lawyers at the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny understand your situation. We can help you not only to understand your legal options, but also to master your own fears and conflicted emotions. We have access to local medical and mental health professionals who can help you heal in mind and body.

According to the American Psychological Association, the threat or reality of separation poses a very real risk of violent retaliation by the abuser. Our attorneys know that your fears have a real basis, and we dedicate ourselves to securing the legal resources to ensure the safety of our clients.

The family law attorneys at the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny understand the psychology of domestic abuse and the cycles of behavior in abusive relationships, and we also know that in these cases time is of the essence. In a Seattle domestic violence or abuse case, we act quickly to gather evidence and secure the legal protection, medical care, and mental health care you need.

If you have been accused of domestic violence or abuse, you are in an equally difficult situation. Your reputation, job prospects, and possibly your relationship with your children all depend on clearing your name. An accusation of domestic violence is emotionally powerful. It is often difficult to see through the weight of the accusation to the facts and circumstances that prove it to be false. At the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny, our lawyers treat every client with respect and dignity. We have the resources and the knowledge to find the facts and clearly disprove false claims of abuse.

Evidence is essential in a case involving domestic violence, whether you are a victim or have been accused.
At the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny we know:

How to gather evidence for or against domestic violence or abuse
What evidence to gather
How to get this evidence into court

At the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny, communication and education are paramount. Your attorney will ensure that you fully understand your situation and your options. You will be given a copy of every document that pertains to your case as soon as we get it, and you will receive a prompt phone call whenever there is a development in your case. Your phone calls and correspondence will be addressed quickly and thoroughly.

If you live in the Greater Seattle, Washington Area...
If your separation, divorce, or custody issue involves domestic violence or claims of abuse...
If you are a victim of domestic violence seeking separation, divorce, or legal protections...
If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence or abuse...

Please call the experienced Bellevue Domestic Violence Attorneys at the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny at (425) 460-0550 or fill out the online contact form.

The Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny is located in Bellevue and serves the Greater Seattle Area including:

King County: Seattle, Mercer Island, Bellevue, Issaquah, Redmond, Renton, Kirkland, Kenmore, Bothell, Kent, Tukwila. Snoqualmie Falls, North Bend. Snohomish County: Bothell, Everett, Mukilteo, Edmonds, Woodway, Brier, Mountlake Terrace, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Snohomish, Monroe.

Blog for Domestic Violence

Library for Domestic Violence:

Five Ways We Can Stop Domestic Violence In Washington State
Seattle family law attorney Molly Kenny shares five different ways that every Washington State resident can help stop domestic violence.
Seattle Domestic Violence Attorney: Dating After An Abusive Relationship
It can be difficult to start a new relationship after escaping from an abusive or violent marriage - but finding a healthy relationship is possible.
National Domestic Violence Statistics
It can sometimes be difficult to realize how large an issue domestic violence is in the United States. These national statistics may help us understand.
Domestic Violence: The Cycle Of Abuse
While not true for all abusive relationships, the domestic violence cycle of abuse can help us better understand what many domestic abuse victims endure.
Domestic Violence And Substance Abuse Often Go Hand In Hand
While researchers agree that domestic violence and substance abuse are often linked, the relationship between the two problems is unclear and complex.
Domestic Violence And Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse is an extremely painful, traumatic, and damaging aspect of domestic violence. Learn what sexual abuse is and what you can do to stop it.
Domestic Violence And Firearm Possession: Washington State Law
It is against Washington law for a person convicted of a domestic violence crime to possess a firearm or own a gun.
Four Common Domestic Violence Myths
Domestic abuse and family violence is one of the most pressing issues in Washington State, and yet many people are uninformed or misinformed when it comes to understanding domestic violence. In this article, learn four common myths about domestic abuse - and help prevent domestic violence misinformation from spreading.
Five Actions To Take Immediately When You Are Falsely Accused Of Domestic Violence
A false accusation of domestic violence in Washington State is extremely hurtful and very serious. While you can feel helpless in the wake of a wrongful accusation, it is important that you take action quickly after a domestic abuse charge, find legal representation, and defend your name.
What You Need To Know About Washington State Protection Orders
Can a Washington State domestic violence protection order or restraining order keep you and your family safe from an abuser? In this article, we discuss how domestic violence orders of protection can help in some cases of domestic violence and divorce, but not in others.
Stalking And Domestic Violence: Two Disturbing Behaviors That Go Hand In Hand
Did you know that most instances of stalking occur between ex-spouses or ex-partners? Or that stalking usually takes place before or after domestic violence? Stalking is an extremely serious behavior - and one that is absolutely illegal in Washington State.
Are You Being Stalked By An Ex? Take Action And Stay Safe.
One in twenty people will be stalked by an ex during their lifetime - and in some cases, stalking can escalate to greater acts of domestic violence. In this article, learn what you should do personally and legally if you are being followed or harassed by an ex-spouse or ex-partner.
Domestic Violence And Same-Sex Relationships: Abuse Happens To LGBT Couples Too
Even though it is not talked about nearly enough, domestic abuse and domestic violence exists in same-sex couples at the same rates that it is found in heterosexual couples. In addition, gay and lesbian domestic abuse victims often face special challenges when they try to seek help.
Financial Abuse: A Form Of Spousal Emotional Abuse
Financial abuse is a common form of psychological abuse or emotional abuse in romantic partnerships. In economic abuse cases, one spouse will gain control over the other by taking full command of finances, paychecks, credit cards, and even work opportunities.
Why Do Some Spouses Stay In Abusive Relationships?
Some outsiders may wonder why spouses stay in domestic violence situations for years after the first incident, but, unfortunately, escaping an abusive family situation can be much more difficult than it first appears. Learn more about how difficult it can be to escape an abusive relationship - or even to tell someone about it.
False Allegations Of Domestic Violence And Domestic Abuse In Washington State
Marking false accusations of domestic violence is not only extremely harmful to the person accused, it is also harmful to the real victims of family abuse and family violence. However, false claims of abuse are all too common in divorce and child custody cases, both against men and women.
Washington State Domestic Violence Resources
If you are a survivor of domestic violence or are in a domestic abuse situation currently, there are a number of resources available for you in Washington State. These are just a few organizations in Seattle and the surrounding area that can help you start a new life and and leave your past behind.
Men Can Also Be The Victims Of Domestic Violence And Abuse
Although women make up the majority of domestic violence victims, men are often silent sufferers of domestic abuse in Seattle and Washington State. This article collects some shocking statistics regarding men and domestic violence and shares general information for men who have been the victims of domestic abuse.
Is What You Are Feeling Healthy? Signs Of An Abusive Relationship
Abusive relationships are not limited to physical acts of violence in Washington State. If your spouse or partner degrades, threatens, and verbally berates you, you could be in an emotionally abusive relationship. Learn some important signs of emotional abuse in the following article.
Domestic Violence: Emotional Abuse Is Still Abuse
Emotional abuse does not leave visual scars like physical abuse can, but it can be just as destructive and harmful. Learn emotional abuse red flags and better understand how emotional abuse can destroy relationships.