Austin Domestic Violence Lawyer
Helping Protect Any Victim of Domestic and Family Violence in Travis County, Texas
At Andrae Law, PLLC we understand how domestic violence can shape the lives of victims and leave them hurting for years to come. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are left physically or emotionally injured by people with whom they once shared a relationship.
Our lawyers believe that you not only deserve your peace of mind back but justice for what you have endured.
If you have been the victim of assault or any type of family violence, you need a strong domestic violence attorney. Contact our family law firm.
Why Choose Andrae Law, PLLC?
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Committed to Giving BackOur firm is involved with giving back to the legal profession and the community.
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Board CertifiedAmanda Andrae is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
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Experienced AttorneysOur attorneys have over 40 years of combined legal experience.
What is Family Violence?
Family violence can be defined as violent acts committed between family members within a household. This can apply to dating partners as well. A family member can be a related blood member, former spouse, people who take care of the same child, or even a foster parent. A household basically means that people are living together in the same house even if there is no relation.
The Two Main Types of Domestic Violence in Austin
There are two types of domestic violence that are recognized by the court. These are:
Physical violence- Any situation that threatens to cause bodily harm, does cause bodily injury, or leads to any physical assault contact the other person may regard as offensive
Emotional violence- Includes intentional verbal threats, rejection, put-downs, isolation, bullying, or fear mongering
Both forms of domestic violence have long-lasting emotional, psychological, and even physical ramifications. If you or a loved one have been the victim of either type of assault family violence or domestic violence, you should speak to a domestic violence attorney in Austin, Texas immediately to learn how you can be helped.