Looking for a protective orders attorney with upfront pricing? Protective (restraining) orders keep people safe from abuse and threats. Below are our flat-fee protective orders services, our guides and state-by-state information — so you can compare and order with confidence.
About Protective Orders
Protective (restraining) orders keep people safe from abuse and threats. Courts can act quickly in emergencies, so clear, specific evidence is essential.
On this page you will find our flat-fee protective orders services with their prices, our guides on the topic and state-by-state information. Every service is prepared by licensed US attorneys and delivered online.
Protective Orders services and flat-fee pricing
- Restraining / Protective Order Petition — flat fee from $79, usually ready in 2 working days
- Emergency custody consultation — flat fee $399, usually ready in 1 working day
- Protective-order consultation — flat fee $299, usually ready in 1 working day
- Domestic-violence legal consultation — flat fee $299, usually ready in 1 working day
- Domestic-violence defense consultation — flat fee $299, usually ready in 1 working day
The price you see is the price you pay. Therefore, you can compare options and order with confidence.
Protective Orders guides
- Court Documents & Legal Forms Services in the USA — Affidavits, Motions, Protective Orders & Expungements
- Domestic Violence Protective Order Lawyer — How to Get a Restraining Order Quickly
What clients search for: protective orders
These are the protective orders searches clients use to find us. Every one of them is covered by the services and guides on this page, in all 50 states.
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How to get started
- Choose your service from the list above — or speak to an attorney first if you are not sure.
- Answer a short questionnaire and upload your documents securely.
- Your attorney prepares the work and messages you through your dashboard if anything is unclear.
- Receive your documents online, ready to sign, send or file.
Why flat-fee protective orders help
Hourly billing makes legal costs unpredictable. In contrast, a flat fee tells you the full cost before work begins. Moreover, everything happens online, so clients in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. can get help without travelling to an office.
If your matter needs ongoing representation in court, our work still saves money: your trial attorney receives an organized, well-documented file.
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Our Protective Orders services in the USA
Every service below has a fixed price, is prepared by a qualified attorney and is delivered online — wherever you are in the USA. Additionally, you can upload evidence, message your attorney and track progress from your secure client dashboard.
Restraining / Protective Order Petition in the USA
Petition and declaration for a civil harassment or domestic violence protective order.
Moreover, it is usually ready in 2 working days. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Restraining / Protective Order Petition — from $79 See what's included →
Emergency custody consultation in the USA
A confidential 45–60 minute phone or video consultation with a licensed US attorney about an emergency custody order to protect your child. Get straight answers on your rights, options, risks and likely costs, and a clear plan for your next steps.
It includes 45–60 minute call with a licensed US attorney — phone, video or WhatsApp, upload documents beforehand so your attorney is prepared, your rights, options, risks and likely costs in plain English. Moreover, it is usually ready in 1 working day. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Emergency custody consultation — $399 See what's included →
Protective-order consultation in the USA
A confidential 45–60 minute phone or video consultation with a licensed US attorney about getting or responding to a protective (restraining) order. Get straight answers on your rights, options, risks and likely costs, and a clear plan for your next steps.
It includes 45–60 minute call with a licensed US attorney — phone, video or WhatsApp, upload documents beforehand so your attorney is prepared, your rights, options, risks and likely costs in plain English. Moreover, it is usually ready in 1 working day. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Protective-order consultation — $299 See what's included →
Domestic-violence legal consultation in the USA
A confidential 45–60 minute phone or video consultation with a licensed US attorney about your safety and legal options after domestic violence. Get straight answers on your rights, options, risks and likely costs, and a clear plan for your next steps.
It includes 45–60 minute call with a licensed US attorney — phone, video or WhatsApp, upload documents beforehand so your attorney is prepared, your rights, options, risks and likely costs in plain English. Moreover, it is usually ready in 1 working day. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Domestic-violence legal consultation — $299 See what's included →
Domestic-violence defense consultation in the USA
A confidential 45–60 minute phone or video consultation with a licensed US attorney about defending a domestic-violence charge. Get straight answers on your rights, options, risks and likely costs, and a clear plan for your next steps.
It includes 45–60 minute call with a licensed US attorney — phone, video or WhatsApp, upload documents beforehand so your attorney is prepared, your rights, options, risks and likely costs in plain English. Moreover, it is usually ready in 1 working day. Express delivery is also available. As a result, you can act before deadlines pass.
Order Domestic-violence defense consultation — $299 See what's included →
Protective Orders services near you — every state we cover
Because everything is handled online, it makes no difference where you live. Nevertheless, the law does change from state to state, so every document is prepared for your local rules. Here are some of the places our clients come from most often.
Protective Orders help in California
We prepare protective orders documents for California law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Los Angeles (near the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown), San Diego (near the Hall of Justice on West Broadway), San Francisco (near the Civic Center courthouse on McAllister Street). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Los Angeles, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in San Diego, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in San Francisco. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in California.
Protective Orders help in Texas
We prepare protective orders documents for Texas law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Houston (near the Harris County Civil Courthouse), Dallas (near the George L. Allen Sr. Courts Building), San Antonio (near the Bexar County Courthouse), Austin (near the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Houston, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Dallas, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in San Antonio, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Austin. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Texas.
Protective Orders help in Florida
We prepare protective orders documents for Florida law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Miami (near the Miami-Dade County Courthouse on West Flagler Street), Orlando (near the Orange County Courthouse), Tampa (near the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Miami, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Orlando, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Tampa. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Florida.
Protective Orders help in New York
We prepare protective orders documents for New York law and local court practice. Clients come to us from New York City (near the New York County Courthouse at 60 Centre Street and the immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza), Brooklyn (near the Kings County Supreme Court on Adams Street). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in New York City, Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Brooklyn. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in New York.
Protective Orders help in Illinois
We prepare protective orders documents for Illinois law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Chicago (near the Richard J. Daley Center). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Chicago. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Illinois.
Protective Orders help in Georgia
We prepare protective orders documents for Georgia law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Atlanta (near the Fulton County Courthouse). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Atlanta. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Georgia.
Protective Orders help in Arizona
We prepare protective orders documents for Arizona law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Phoenix (near the Maricopa County Superior Court). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Phoenix. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Arizona.
Protective Orders help in Pennsylvania
We prepare protective orders documents for Pennsylvania law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Philadelphia (near City Hall, home of the Court of Common Pleas). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Philadelphia. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Pennsylvania.
Protective Orders help in Washington
We prepare protective orders documents for Washington law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Seattle (near the King County Courthouse). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Seattle. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Washington.
Protective Orders help in Colorado
We prepare protective orders documents for Colorado law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Denver (near the Denver City and County Building). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Denver. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Colorado.
Protective Orders help in Massachusetts
We prepare protective orders documents for Massachusetts law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Boston (near the Edward W. Brooke Courthouse). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Boston. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Massachusetts.
Protective Orders help in Nevada
We prepare protective orders documents for Nevada law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Las Vegas (near the Regional Justice Center). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Las Vegas. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in Nevada.
Protective Orders help in New Jersey
We prepare protective orders documents for New Jersey law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Newark (near the Essex County Hall of Records). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Newark. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in New Jersey.
Protective Orders help in North Carolina
We prepare protective orders documents for North Carolina law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Charlotte (near the Mecklenburg County Courthouse). For example, see Restraining / Protective Order Petition in Charlotte. Similarly, see Emergency custody consultation in North Carolina.
We also help clients in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. See every location we cover.
Restraining / Protective Order Petition in every state
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Frequently asked questions
How much does protective orders help cost?
Our protective orders services start at from $79 with a flat fee. Each service page shows the full price before you order — there is no hourly billing.
Do you help with protective orders in every state?
Yes. We serve clients in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and every document is prepared for your state's laws and forms.
How quickly can I get help?
The fastest protective orders services are usually ready in 1 working day, and express delivery is available.
Can I speak to an attorney before ordering?
Yes. Book a consultation or use "Speak to an attorney" to describe your situation first.
Contact American Counsel
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🌐 Service area: online across all 50 US states and Washington, D.C.
🕑 Response: most enquiries answered the same working day
Related guides
This guide is general information, not legal advice for your situation. Every case is different — speak to a qualified attorney before you act.