Private Defence Solicitors
for Domestic Violence & Abuse Allegations

Experienced Representation in Sensitive Allegations Invoving Family and Personal Relationships

Specialist Domestic Abuse Defence & Representation

An allegation of domestic abuse can alter personal and family circumstances with immediate effect. Arrest, police interview, bail conditions and restrictions on contact may follow quickly, sometimes before the wider circumstances have been fully explored. Where children, the family home or an ongoing relationship are involved, careful legal advice from the outset can be particularly important.

Libra Law Solicitors provides specialist private defence for individuals facing allegations arising from current or former relationships. We advise from the first involvement of the police and throughout the investigation, through to charging decisions and, where proceedings follow, representation before the criminal courts.

Domestic abuse cases are rarely understood by considering an allegation in isolation. There may be conflicting accounts, a complex relationship history or a sequence of events requiring careful examination. Messages, call records, photographs, recordings, witness evidence and other digital material can provide important context. We examine the evidence closely to establish the fuller picture and identify material capable of supporting the defence or challenging the allegation.

Criminal proceedings may also coincide with difficult decisions concerning children, contact, accommodation or parallel family proceedings. While our role is to protect your position in the criminal case, we remain alert to these wider circumstances and the potential consequences of decisions made during the investigation and prosecution.

Allegations involving personal relationships require discretion, objectivity and careful judgement. We provide measured, non-judgmental advice, ensure that your account is properly understood and approach the defence with the rigour and determination necessary to protect your position throughout.

Call 24/7 for Immediate Legal Advice: London office: 0204 610 0807 or Oxford office: 01865 921 807

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Domestic Abuse & Related Matters We Defend

We represent individuals facing domestic abuse allegations, investigations and prosecution, providing clear advice and experienced  representation where liberty, family life, reputation, professional standing or wider personal consequences may be at risk.

We defend matters involving:

  • Domestic assault and violence allegations
  • Common assault and ABH allegations
  • Coercive or controlling behaviour allegations
  • Harassment and stalking matters
  • Threats to kill and intimidation allegations
  • Family-related criminal allegations and disputes
  • False, exaggerated or contested allegations
  • Police investigation and prosecution matters

Investigation & Pre-Charge Support

We advise individuals facing police investigations, arrests, interviews and pre-charge matters, providing measured advice and strategic representation where allegations, family circumstances, charging decisions or wider legal consequences may affect the course of a case.

We advise on:

  • Police interviews and voluntary attendance
  • Arrest, detention and police bail matters
  • Pre-charge strategy and representation
  • Evidence review and early case analysis
  • Disclosure and evidential concerns
  • Police bail and related conditions
  • Restraining orders and protective measures
  • Representation before charging decisions

Early Advice in Domestic Abuse Cases

We advise individuals at the earliest stage of domestic abuse investigations, providing timely advice and careful representation where allegations, interviews, evidence or wider personal and family consequences may influence the direction of a case from the outset. 

We advise on:

  • Immediate advice following allegations or police contact
  • Preparation before a police interview
  • Interview strategy and legal guidance
  • Early evidence review and case analysis
  • Interview under caution matters
  • Communications and evidential concerns
  • Early assessment of legal options
  • Court preparation and procedural planning

Criminal Defence Representation

We represent individuals from investigation and interview through to Court proceedings, providing clear advice and effective representation where allegations, sentencing, restraining orders or wider personal and family consequences arise at every stage thereafter.

We represent clients in:

  • Police investigations and interview representation
  • Voluntary interviews and police station attendance
  • Arrest, detention and police bail matters
  • Magistrates’ Court proceedings and hearings
  • Trial preparation and defence strategy
  • Sentencing and mitigation submissions
  • Restraining order proceedings and challenges
  • Appeals and post-conviction advice
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Discreet & Confidential

We provide discreet & confidential legal advice where domestic abuse allegations may affect family life, reputation and employment. 

Early Defence Advice

Our criminal defence solicitors provide careful  preparation, clear guidance, and experienced  representation from the earliest stage of an investigation.

Nationwide Representation

We represent clients across England & Wales, providing domestic abuse defence and private criminal representation from our Oxford and London offices.

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24 / 7 Legal Advice

Domestic abuse investigations may require urgent legal advice. Our team is available 24/7 following police contact, arrest, bail conditions or interview.

FAQs

Do I need a Solicitor if I am accused of domestic abuse or domestic violence?
Yes. Allegations of domestic abuse are treated seriously by the police and courts and can have significant legal and personal consequences. Early legal advice can help protect your rights and ensure you are properly represented from the outset.
What should I do if the Police ask me to attend an interview?
You should obtain legal advice before attending any police interview. Whether you are attending voluntarily or under arrest, anything you say may be used as evidence. A solicitor can advise you beforehand and represent you throughout the interview.
Can domestic abuse allegations proceed without injuries or witnesses?
Yes. A prosecution may proceed even where there are no visible injuries or independent witnesses. The police and prosecution may rely on statements, digital communications, recordings, or other evidence when assessing a case.
Can allegations affect contact with children or family life?
Yes. Domestic abuse allegations can have implications for child arrangements, family court proceedings, and protective orders. Obtaining legal advice at an early stage can help protect both your legal position and your family relationships.
How long do domestic abuse investigations take?
The length of an investigation depends on the complexity of the allegations, the evidence being gathered, and whether forensic or digital analysis is required. Some investigations conclude within weeks, while others may take several months.
Can I be charged with domestic abuse without evidence?
The police and prosecution must consider whether there is sufficient evidence to provide a realistic prospect of conviction before bringing charges. Every case depends on its individual facts, and early legal representation can be crucial in challenging weak or unsupported allegations.

Why Instruct Libra Law Solicitors for a

Domestic Abuse Allegation?

Allegations arising from a current or former relationship can be particularly difficult to navigate. Accounts may be disputed, emotions can run high and decisions made in the immediate aftermath may have lasting consequences. Independent, considered legal advice can provide essential clarity at an uncertain time.

At Libra Law Solicitors, we bring objectivity and sound judgement to circumstances that are often intensely personal. We listen carefully, distinguish the legal issues from the wider conflict and provide practical advice on how best to protect your position without unnecessarily escalating an already difficult situation.

You will be treated with dignity and without preconception, with direct access to a solicitor who understands your case and the wider circumstances surrounding it. Our approach is discreet, measured and firm: ensuring that your account is properly advanced and that decisions about your defence are guided by evidence, experience and your best interests.

Speak to a Domestic Abuse Defence Solicitor

Whether you are facing a police investigation, a voluntary interview or criminal proceedings, early legal advice can be essential to protecting your position. Contact Libra Law Solicitors for free initial advice.

Call 24/7 for Immediate Legal Advice: London office: 0204 610 0807 or Oxford office: 01865 921 807

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Libra Law
71–75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2 9JQ

Libra Law
Prama House
262 Banbury Road
Summertown
Oxford
OX2 7HT

01865 921807
020 4610 0807

private.crime@libralaw.co.uk

Libra Law Solicitors is a Limited Company registered in England and Wales under company number: 16582164

VAT Registration Number: 517475672

Authorised and Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA ID Number: 8012891