Vermont Domestic Violence And Assault Defense Lawyers With Experience In Complex Cases

A domestic assault charge threatens your freedom and your family. These charges carry criminal penalties. They often trigger protective orders that can keep you from your children and home. At Catamount Law, PLLC, we understand how urgent these cases feel. Frank J. Twarog, Samantha V. Lednicky and Anna Shelley bring more than 35 years of combined experience in both criminal defense and family law. This allows us to handle every part of your case with one clear plan.

What You’re Facing: The Criminal And Family Law Overlap

Domestic assault charges in Vermont create problems that go far beyond the criminal court process. A domestic violence lawyer must handle both criminal court and family court at the same time. Violent crime charges can range from low-level battery to felony assault. Each carries different penalties.

A Coordinated Approach To Complex Cases

If you are accused of domestic assault, you need legal help right away. Getting a lawyer protects your rights in both criminal court and family court. Our assault defense lawyer team reviews all evidence in assault cases. We look at witness testimony to build your defense. We handle cases where many legal issues cross paths. We call this a “hat trick” of criminal defense, family law needs and smart planning.

Our full approach includes these steps:

• Looking at self-defense legal claims and other legal reasons for your actions
• Questioning how police collected evidence and followed procedures
• Handling restraining order defense and protective order hearings
• Linking criminal defense for violent crimes with family court plans

Early Decisions Have Lasting Impact

Many people ask whether assault charges can be dropped by the victim. In Vermont, prosecutors make the final choice about moving forward with charges. However, whether the victim helps often shapes what happens. Early choices in your case affect custody, protective orders and your long-term family life.

Schedule An Appointment With Our Attorneys

At Catamount Law, PLLC, we handle domestic assault and violent crime cases with care and smart planning. Contact our office at 802-864-9811 or fill out our contact form to set up an appointment. We reply quickly to all requests. We stand ready to protect your rights and your family’s future.