Family Violence & Protective Orders

Experienced Legal Support in Family Violence Cases

If you are faced with the threat or reality of domestic violence, Bollier Ciccone Stinson LLP will take every legal step possible to ensure your safety and aggressively defend your rights in such traumatic and stressful matters. We work quickly to analyze whether you or your family is in immediate danger and to legally shield you from your abuser. When necessary, we file a restraining order, denying your abuser contact with you, your children, and other immediate family members.

Bollier Ciccone Stinson LLP is experienced in helping clients protect themselves and their family members from family violence and in ascertaining critical protective orders in the face of family violence. Domestic violence is not always a clear legal matter and can include physical abuse, and psychological or emotional harassment. We are known for realizing tough consequences against abusers, including misdemeanor or felony charges, and convictions. Unfortunately, some matters involve family violence and therefore protection of the individual and/or other family members.

Understanding Family Violence Under Texas Law

Texas domestic violence law protects members of a family or household, including children, from any act of intended physical harm done by another member of the family or household. Domestic violence may include threats of physical harm between and among family members that place one or more members in reasonable fear of danger. Family violence is defined as an act by a member of a family or household against another member of the family or household that is intended to result in physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault or a threat that reasonably places the member in fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury, or dating violence, or abuse.

Protective Orders and Your Legal Options

If a court finds that family violence has occurred and is likely to occur in the future, a judge will sign a protective order. A protective order is issued by a court and may require an individual to act or to refrain from doing an act to prevent or reduce the likelihood of family violence in the future. A finding of family violence can have a significant impact on financial matters or child custody in a divorce. If your matter involves family violence, we can provide safeguards that ensure your safety and leverage your legal position going forward.

Family Violence and Protective Orders Legal team

  • Leslie J. Bollier

    Leslie J. Bollier

    Partner

  • Susannah A. Stinson

    Susannah A. Stinson

    Partner

  • Emily E. Landeros

    Emily E. Landeros

    Partner

  • Alexander Hasselman

    Alexander Hasselman

    Attorney

  • Allyssa B. Lee

    Allyssa B. Lee

    Attorney

  • Franchizca Scipio

    Franchizca Scipio

    Attorney

How Our Family Law and Divorce Attorneys Can Help

DIVORCE

Comprehensive divorce representation tailored to your needs—from strategic negotiation to high-stakes litigation.

Complex Property Division & Valuation

Expert legal support for complex property division, asset protection, and high-value divorce matters.

Child Custody

Compassionate, strategic guidance through all child custody matters—including support, relocation, paternity, and visitation rights.

Family Violence & Protective Orders

Experienced advocates who act swiftly to protect you and your family from domestic violence through legal action and compassionate support.

Modifications & Enforcements

Responsive legal support to help families adapt to change and ensure court orders reflect current realities.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Creative, client-focused solutions through mediation, collaborative law, and arbitration—resolving family disputes efficiently and privately.

Premarital & Postnuptial Agreements

We draft enforceable premarital and postnuptial agreements that protect your assets and minimize future legal costs.

CONTACT OUR Family Violence Attorneys

If your situation involves family violence, we’re here to help. Contact us today to learn how our compassionate yet aggressive legal representation can protect your safety and strengthen your case.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

“Mr. Ciccone has proven his skill in Construction Law over and over. He ability to get positive results in a short period of time is remarkable. His responses are to the point, aggressive and completely justified. He is able to put all of the pieces together and create a case that is indisputable. He calls out bluffs and redirects proving our position. He is down to earth and easy to work with. It has been a privilege to work with him over the past 5 years on all of our cases and I could not be happier with the results.”

CLIENT OF TONY CICCONE

“Leslie and her team have been the most professional, honest, and hard-working attorneys. From the first visit she was upfront, honest, and diligently pursued our case. I can say with certainty she is by far the best person and lawyer you could have on your side.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER

“I found Ms. Bollier through a very important law firm and was highly recommended to her. Due to the nature of my case, I needed a very skilled and professional attorney and Leslie didn’t disappoint. From the first meeting throughout there was clear communication and planning. She is dedicated, compassionate, and she upholds the highest standard when representing her clients. She is exceptional at her job and I greatly recommended her.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER

“Susannah was a fantastic attorney and resource for me during a very tough time in my life. She explained my rights, helped me navigate through the system, and ultimately helped me to reach a settlement that I was comfortable with. For anyone going through a divorce, I would highly recommend that you talk to Susannah. I hope to never go through this again, but if I have to, my first and only call will be to her.”

CLIENT OF SUSANNAH A. STINSON

“Leslie Bollier is simply the best divorce/child custody/family lawyer out there, in all of Austin, in all of Travis County. She and her team are the most dedicated team of legal professionals I have ever come across. I strongly recommend her to any parent fighting for justice, parenthood, truth, moral values, and principles.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER

“Leslie and her team are very much my go-to, very professional, and getting straight to business to make sure they take care of their clients. Although I’ve had not-so-great experiences with other attorneys, I was left speechless seeing how much of a priority I was to them and I highly recommend Leslie and her team.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER

“I had the privilege of working with Ms. Leslie Bollier and her team, and I couldn’t be more impressed. She paid meticulous attention to detail and handled each step of my case with precision and professionalism. My situation involved a complex family matter combined with immigration-related issues, and she navigated both seamlessly with great expertise.As a father of twin babies, gaining custody was the most important outcome of my life, and Ms. Bollier guided me through the process with compassion and determination. Her ability to manage sensitive situations while keeping me informed and confident throughout the process was truly exceptional.I highly recommend her firm for anyone facing family-related legal matters, especially those with additional layers of complexity.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER

“Susannah Stinson and assistant Becky were very prompt and professional in handling my case. They were sensitive to the issues at hand and actually cared about me and my kids.”

CLIENT OF SUSANNAH A. STINSON

“Tony took on a case that had been a difficult issue for many years. He gave us good advice, made effective plans to achieve our goals, and got the job done with great dispatch. It was an enormous relief to our family.”

CLIENT OF TONY CICCONE

“I contacted Leslie Bollier when I had questions about revising custody and child support. I made many mistakes with a different lawyer 8 years ago. Leslie made me very comfortable, safe, and sure with the process. It can be a crazy emotional ride but I would do it all over again for the outcome I have today. Leslie and the team were very professional and efficient. I personally needed the confidence to go through the process and Leslie gave me the confidence and I absolutely know that I would be stuck in my old miserable situation if it wasn’t for her. I am thankful and grateful and will refer everyone I know to her.”

CLIENT OF LESLIE J. BOLLIER