CRIMINAL LAW
Partner of Family Member Assault and Other Types of Assault
In Jennifer's opinion, the offense of Partner of Family Assault is the most over-charged (and thus over-prosecuted) offense existing. People often call the police when no assault is being committed. One spouse or partner may simply want the other person to leave the residence for the night, or because he or she feels the other person is out of control even though no assault has been committed. The police then feel that they must arrest someone, because the law prescribes that "arrest is the preferred response."
I will try to achieve a desirable and just result for my clients as quickly and inexpensively as possible considering all available methods of dispute resolution. I will communicate regularly with my clients and inform them of all developments. I will respond promptly and courteously to their telephone calls and letters. I will discuss with my clients a timetable for handling the case, estimate fees and costs, and provide them with a realistic evaluation of the potential outcome. I will be loyal to my clients' confidences and secrets. I will avoid using tactics that intentionally delay a case, harass or abuse another party, or drain a party's financial resources. While I recognize that disagreements between parties may cause harsh feeling, I will act with compassion and not make personal attacks on other parties, their lawyers or the courts. |