This week, it is reported that the closed-court child custody hearing between Mel Gibson and his former girlfriend, Oksana Grigoriev, ended without much finality.  It is reported that no changes were made in their custody arrangement.

Lead attorney for the actor, Blair Birk, and other attorneys appeared in Scott Gordon's downtown courtroom just before 4:30 PM.  When asked questions by the press, each responded "no comment".

The lawyers all met behind closed doors, spending the time arguing over Oksana Grigorieva's motion to have all access and custody rights removed.  Her legal team made it clear that she does not want Mel Gibson to see their eight month old daughter.

At this time, it is said the couple will have to appear in court in the near future for the restraining order Oksana Grigorieva had against Gibson.

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If you were granted a restraining order such as a temporary order of protection, and the order was violated, here are some things you should do report the violation:

§  First, make sure that you keep your restraining order in a safe place so that you have it on hand when you report that it has been violated.  Should law enforcement officials ask to see it, you will have access to it.

§  Call law enforcement and tell them that your restraining order was violated.  Ask them what procedures you must follow to report the violation and to seek additional protection.

§  After officers tell you how to report the violation, make sure that you follow the proper steps and report the violation as soon as possible.

§  Finally, seek help from a family law attorney that can protect you from additional harm and that can assist you as you report the violation.

Was your Los Angeles restraining order violated?  Now is the time to speak with a Los Angeles family lawyer who can offer you the legal services and protection you need.  Contact Claery & Green today!

The definition of domestic violence in California extends far beyond the most common understanding of a man physically abusing a woman. In California, any of the following actions are considered domestic violence when committed by a current or former spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend, person you have a child with, person you live(d) with, or person you are related to through blood or marriage:

- Causing or attempting to cause physical injury
- Sexual assault
- Causing fear that you or another person you know will be physically injured
- Molestation, attack, battery, or stalking
- Threats or harassment, either in person or via phone or email
- Destruction of personal property

Victims of domestic violence can obtain a domestic violence restraining order (DVRO), a civil court order that is signed by a judge. The DVRO serves to keep the abuser at a distance under penalty of law.

 If you are a victim of domestic violence and would like to obtain a DVRO, a Los Angeles family lawyer can help you.  Contact Claery & Green to receive the legal assistance you need for your family law matter.

Family law encompasses a wide variety of legal issues such as: child custody, support payments, divorce, domestic partnerships and restraining orders. As a family law attorney you are called upon to act on behalf of your client during what is often one the most troublesome times in their life. The stakes and emotions are extremely high and your rights must be protected.  

That is why my number one objective is to be a zealous advocate for my clients' rights. As a zealous advocate, it is my job to effectively communicate with my clients to develop the important facts, apprise them of the law, and keep them continuously updated about the status of their case. As a zealous advocate, I am ready to fight for my clients' rights until the very end.

The family law court system can be very frustrating. If you or a loved one is involved in the system, you need a zealous advocate to help you fight your way through.    

Kyle Puro, Attorney at Law
Claery & Green, LLP

According to popular news outlet TMZ, Heidi Montag has said that she plans to file for a restraining order against her own mother.  When asked why she wanted to file a restraining order, the 23 year old told reporters, "My mom just showed up to the house unannounced … and after what she did to me on national TV, I have no desire to see her."

The drama between Heidi and her mother has been unfolding for quite some time.  Most of the arguments and conflict have been captured by the show Montag stars on, "The Hills".

TMZ claims that the police were called to Montag's residence after her mother, Darlene Egelhoff, refused to leave the property.  Montag requested assistance from her security team after her mother began pounding on her door repeatedly, which led to police being called to the Hollywood Hills residence.

Montag later told TMZ that she plans to file for a restraining order against her mother.

Are you in need of a restraining order in Los Angeles?  If so, a Los Angeles family law attorney from Calery & Green can help you.  Simply contact us today to discuss your legal needs and we will do our best to assist you.

Victims of domestic violence often consider their situation hopeless. If you or a loved one is being abused by a spouse, girlfriend or boyfriend, parent, sibling, grandchild, or relative, you should know there are ways you can prevent this abuse from continuing to occur. One of the ways you can protect yourself from domestic violence is by filing for a restraining order.

Restraining orders specifically state which actions the abuser is prohibited from taking against the victim. For example, many restraining orders state the abuser is not to contact the victim at work, home, school, church, or any other place they typically frequent, and must remain a certain distance away from the victim at all times. A restraining order also prevents an abuser from making contact with the victim, whether in person, over the phone, through email, online, or via text message.  

Types of Restraining Orders

There are several different types of restraining orders, including:

• Emergency Protective Orders
• Domestic Violence Temporary Restraining Orders
• Criminal Protective Order
• Civil Harassment Order