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Expert Occupation Order Solicitors

If you are feeling unsafe or have been forced to leave your home due to a partner's behaviour, we can help. Our specialist family law solicitors can take urgent action to secure an Occupation Order, a powerful court injunction that defines who can live in the family home.

What is an Occupation Order?

An Occupation Order is a court injunction that regulates who can live in a property. It is a powerful tool in cases of domestic violence or where a partner's behaviour makes it impossible to continue living together. It can be made alongside a Non-Molestation Order, which prohibits a partner from threatening or harassing you.

An Occupation Order Can:

Enforce your right to stay in your home if you've been asked to leave.
Allow you to return to the home if you have already been forced out.
Exclude your partner from the home, or from certain parts of it.
Prevent your partner from coming within a certain distance of the home.
Set out who must pay the rent, mortgage, and other household bills.

Who Can Apply?

You may be able to apply if you have a legal or matrimonial right to occupy the property. This includes being a current or former spouse, civil partner, or cohabitee. Our family law solicitors can assess your eligibility and provide urgent, confidential advice on your specific situation.

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Swift, Sensitive & Decisive Action

We understand that the need for an Occupation Order is often urgent and born from a distressing situation. Our family solicitors act with speed and sensitivity to protect you and your children, providing robust representation to secure the court order you need.

Urgent Court Applications: We are experienced in making urgent applications to the court to get you protection as quickly as possible.
Confidential & Supportive: Your safety and well-being are our priority. All consultations are completely confidential.
Robust Court Representation: We are skilled advocates who will present your case clearly and forcefully to the court.

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Key Questions About Occupation Orders

How quickly can I get an Occupation Order?

In cases of immediate risk or significant harm, we can apply for an emergency "without notice" order. This means a hearing can be listed within 24-48 hours. The court will then schedule a further hearing where your partner can attend and respond.

Do I have to be married or own the property to apply?

No. You can apply if you are or were married, civil partners, cohabiting, or have a legal right to the property. The court's decision will be based on a "balance of harm" test, considering who would suffer more if the order was or was not made.

What happens if the order is breached?

If the court attaches a 'power of arrest' to the Occupation Order, breaching the order becomes a criminal offence. The police can arrest the person who has breached it, providing you with immediate protection.

Secure Your Home, Protect Your Peace of Mind

You have the right to feel safe in your own home. Contact our expert family law solicitors for a confidential discussion about how an Occupation Order can protect you.

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