No Restraining Order Issued Against Client
When his client’s ex-girlfriend failed to establish sufficient proof of harassment at an evidentiary court hearing, Brett Lovins successfully persuaded the judge to refrain from issuing a harassment prevention order against his client.
Client’s Probation Terminated Early
Brett Lovins successfully persuaded the court to terminate his client’s probation two months earlier than originally ordered by establishing that her efforts to secure several employment opportunities had been thwarted by her open case appearing on background checks.
Dismissal of Case Involving Alleged Credit Card Fraud and Drug Possession
Brett Lovins obtained a dismissal on all charges for his client accused of credit card fraud, receiving stolen property, and cocaine possession when the Commonwealth failed to produce mandatory evidence.
Successful Case Resolution to Avoid Adverse Immigration Consequences
Brett Lovins negotiated a favorable resolution for a client accused of domestic assault and battery, which spared the client the adverse immigration consequences associated with a conviction of a crime of violence. Due to the pandemic, Brett was able to execute this disposition virtually via video hearing.
Client’s Harassment Prevention Order Extended
Brett Lovins persuaded the court to extend a harassment prevention order on behalf of his client who had received multiple threats from another individual. The hearing took place over the telephone as the emergency arose during the period of COVID-19 court reductions.
Settlement of Divorce Matter
Nelson Lovins recently secured a favorable settlement on behalf of his client, a husband in a divorce matter involving a large marital estate.
Client’s Probation Conditions Reduced
Brett Lovins recently persuaded a judge to remove the completion of a forty-week certified batter’s program as a condition of probation for his client. After hearing oral argument on the matter, the judge agreed with Brett that the condition was unnecessary based on the client’s circumstances. The decision enabled this client to relocate out-of-state to pursue new employment opportunities.
Blocked Issuance of a Criminal Complaint
At a recent clerk magistrate hearing, Nelson Lovins successfully blocked the issuance of a criminal complaint on behalf of a client suspected of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.