Hi there,
My lawyer has advised me to include a restraining order in my pleadings, as my ex is very volatile and aggressive (has psychological and addiction issues). I have only ever been yelled at and called names, and verbally intimidated (you don't want to make me mad etc), not physically harmed.
I am concerned that, in the long run, having a restraining order mentioned will be detrimental to our situation. (I know the ex will hold against me, maybe our child will one day too??) I just think it seems drastic to have him served with documents that mention me going for a restraining order, but clearly I haven't had the best judgment in terms of my ex in the past.
My lawyer says that it's a good idea to put it in there so that if we need it we can get it, and that if it's not needed it won't be used.
Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
My lawyer has advised me to include a restraining order in my pleadings, as my ex is very volatile and aggressive (has psychological and addiction issues). I have only ever been yelled at and called names, and verbally intimidated (you don't want to make me mad etc), not physically harmed.
I am concerned that, in the long run, having a restraining order mentioned will be detrimental to our situation. (I know the ex will hold against me, maybe our child will one day too??) I just think it seems drastic to have him served with documents that mention me going for a restraining order, but clearly I haven't had the best judgment in terms of my ex in the past.
My lawyer says that it's a good idea to put it in there so that if we need it we can get it, and that if it's not needed it won't be used.
Your thoughts are greatly appreciated.
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