Allegations of Abuse During Divorce

Defending False Accusations of Spousal and Child Abuse

Sometimes family law matters become extremely contentious. In a divorce, phony allegations of abuse can arise in an effort to tarnish the reputation of either spouse. Unfortunately, this trend of issuing false charges appears to be on the rise.

At Ellinwood, Francis & Plowman, LLP, in Tucson, Arizona, we have seen a surprisingly high number of divorce cases in which a spouse makes a false allegation of physical abuse or alleged child abuse in an attempt to gain an upper hand. If you involved in a divorce and are facing an allegation of abuse, we encourage you to speak with one of our experienced attorneys.

Our firm represents clients throughout southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Contact us at 520-762-6843 or toll-free at 866-403-3294.

Protecting Your Parental and Property Rights

A majority of our clients facing abuse allegations in a divorce situation are fathers. Although women can be wrongly accused of domestic violence, most cases involving alleged spousal abuse or child molestation are against men. Some mothers hope to gain full custodial rights to their children by bringing about false and character-damaging accusations.

Allegations of abuse in a divorce can also be used as a negotiating tactic to achieve a greater portion of marital property. If you are facing an allegation of abuse, it is critical to consult a lawyer with experience in both family law and criminal defense. We have the dedication and experience you need to handle your case with competence and care.

Standing Apart From the Crowd

Many divorce attorneys do not have significant trial experience. As a result, many divorce attorneys are reluctant to take a challenging case, such as those involving allegations of abuse, to trial. Although we always explore negotiation as a method of obtaining efficient and amicable results, we never hesitate to take a case to trial if it is necessary to protect the best interests of the people we serve.

Contact Ellinwood, Francis & Plowman, LLP

To speak with an attorney at our Tucson law office, contact us at 520-762-6843 or toll-free at 866-403-3294.