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Kiran Dhaliwal is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx) with more than 25 years of experience in family law. She represents clients throughout England and Wales in matters involving children, divorce, domestic abuse, financial disputes, and family court proceedings.

Kiran understands that people often seek legal advice during some of the most difficult periods of their lives. Whether you are dealing with the breakdown of a relationship, concerns about your children, allegations of abuse, or the need for urgent legal protection, she provides clear, practical, and honest advice tailored to your individual circumstances.

A significant part of Kiran’s work involves supporting victims of domestic abuse. She acts for both men and women and understands that abuse can affect anyone regardless of gender, age, culture, or background.

As well as working closely with organisations supporting victims of abuse, Kiran is involved in supporting a charity that assists male victims of domestic abuse. This involvement has provided valuable insight into the unique challenges many men face when seeking help, particularly where children and family court proceedings are involved.

Clients value Kiran’s approachable manner, straightforward advice, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. She offers flexible appointments and can assist clients nationwide through remote consultations and court hearings.

When you instruct Kiran, you can expect professional legal advice delivered with compassion, understanding, and respect.

Domestic abuse is often misunderstood as an issue that only affects women. The reality is that thousands of men experience domestic abuse every year.

Abuse can occur in any relationship and can affect people of all ages, backgrounds, professions, and cultures.

Many male victims suffer in silence because they fear they will not be believed, feel embarrassed about seeking help, or worry about the impact on their children.

Domestic abuse is not always physical.

It can include:

* Coercive and controlling behaviour

* Emotional abuse

* Psychological abuse

* Financial control

* Threats and intimidation

* Harassment and stalking

* Isolation from family and friends

* False allegations

* Using children as a means of control

Many men contact a lawyer only after years of enduring abusive behaviour. Others seek help when family court proceedings begin or when they are prevented from seeing their children.

If you are experiencing abuse, you are not alone. Help and legal protection are available.

Many men do not immediately recognise that they are victims of domestic abuse because the abuse may not involve physical violence.

You may be experiencing abuse if your partner:

* Constantly criticises, humiliates, or belittles you.

* Monitors your phone, emails, or social media accounts.

* Controls your finances or spending.

* Makes threats regarding your children.

* Frequently accuses you of things you have not done.

* Isolates you from friends and family.

* Uses intimidation or threats to control your behaviour.

* Makes false allegations against you.

* Damages your property.

* Uses violence or threatens violence.

Abusive behaviour is about power and control.

If any of these situations sound familiar, seeking advice early can help you understand your options and protect yourself and your children.

Many men who experience domestic abuse are also involved in disputes concerning their children.

Common concerns include:

* Being prevented from seeing their children.

* False allegations being made during proceedings.

* Concerns that their experiences will not be taken seriously.

* Coercive and controlling behaviour continuing after separation.

* Manipulation of children against a parent.

* Fear of attending court proceedings.

Family courts are required to consider allegations of domestic abuse regardless of whether the victim is male or female.

If domestic abuse is a factor in your case, it is important that the court receives clear evidence so that appropriate decisions can be made regarding the welfare of the children and the safety of those involved.

Kiran has extensive experience representing parents in family proceedings involving allegations of abuse and understands the complexities these cases can present.

Domestic abuse can affect every aspect of your life. Whether the abuse has been physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or coercive and controlling, the impact can remain long after the relationship has ended.

Many victims spend months or even years suffering in silence. Some are afraid to speak out. Others worry about what people will think, fear they will not be believed, or hope that things will eventually improve. Many stay because they are concerned about the impact on their children.

If you have experienced domestic abuse, it is important to recognise one thing: you did not deserve to be treated that way.

No person deserves to be controlled, intimidated, threatened, manipulated, humiliated, or made to feel afraid in their own home or relationship.

Many victims do not see themselves as brave. Yet living with abuse often requires enormous strength and resilience.

You may have spent years protecting your children, managing difficult situations, and trying to maintain stability in circumstances that felt overwhelming. The fact that you have survived and are now considering your future demonstrates courage.

Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. It is often one of the bravest decisions a person can make.

Kiran can be contacted on  0121 803 7779