Compassionate Help When Your Safety Comes First
Asheville Protective Orders Attorney
When you feel threatened by someone close to you, everything else fades next to one question:
“How do I stay safe?”
I am attorney Steven M. King, founder of Five Points Family Law, and I help people across Asheville and western North Carolina seek the protection of the court with care and discretion.
It takes real courage to ask for help, and I am here to make the legal side of that step as clear and steady as possible.
I understand the mix of fear, worry, and uncertainty that comes with these situations. My role is to listen, explain your options plainly, and stand with you through the process.
Your safety matters. Let’s talk privately about your options.
50B Domestic Violence Protective Orders
A 50B protective order is designed for people who have been harmed or threatened by someone they share a personal or household relationship with, such as a spouse, former partner, or family member.
This order can do a great deal to protect you. It can require the other person to:
- Stop all contact
- Stay away from your home and work
- Stay away from your child’s school
- Surrender firearms
- Provide temporary custody and support
I help you:
- Petition the court
- Organize your account of what happened
- Present it clearly so the judge understands why protection is needed
If someone close to you is causing harm, you have the right to protection. Let’s pursue it.
Emergency Ex Parte Orders
When you are in immediate danger, you cannot always wait for a full hearing.
North Carolina allows a temporary ex parte order, which a judge can issue right away, before the other person is even present, based on your account of the threat.
I help you move quickly to seek this emergency protection so you have legal safeguards in place while your case moves toward a full hearing.
Acting fast can make all the difference.
If you are in danger right now, do not wait. Reach out today.
10-Day Hearing Preparation
After a temporary order is issued, a full hearing follows quickly, often within about ten days.
The 10-day hearing decides whether your protection becomes longer lasting, so being ready matters.
I prepare you for what to expect, help you gather evidence such as messages, photos, and witness accounts, and make sure your story is presented clearly and completely.
You do not walk into that courtroom alone or unsure.
The 10-day hearing comes fast. Let’s make sure you are fully prepared.
Protective Orders and Child Custody
When children are part of the picture, a protective order can also address their safety.
These orders often include temporary custody and support, helping you keep your children secure while everything else is sorted out.
Your children’s safety and stability stays at the center of the plan. And I help you understand how a protective order fits with any custody matters you may be facing.
If you’re feeling worried about your children’s safety, I help you set in motion the legal protections for you all.
Frequently Asked Questions About Protective Orders
How long does a protective order last?
What happens if the other person violates the order?
Do I need a lawyer to get a protective order?
You can file on your own, but having an attorney helps you present a clear case and prepare for the hearing, which can make a real difference in the outcome.
Have a question that is not answered here? I’m glad to talk it through.
Take the First Step Toward Safety Today
You deserve to feel safe, and you do not have to navigate this alone. I offer a 1-hour consultation where we can talk through your situation, answer your questions, and explore your options together.
Taking this first step does not commit you to anything except the clarity and peace of mind you deserve.
Call Five Points Family Law at 828-786-8705 or send a message through my website to get started.