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I need a lawyer that will help me with a restraining order. My ex-husband has now filed one against me. I don't know what to do. This is all lies. Thanks

Courts usually are careful to word restraining orders so that, if you're not doing the harmful behaviors complained of, the restraint isn't very onerous. So, for example, if first spouse says second spouse is abusive, the order may instruct second spouse not to come close to first spouse's home or workplace. In general, people who lie in requests for restraining orders just like to fight, so opposing it at this point might be even more fun for your Ex than simply complying with it. You are likely to have an opportunity later to point out the errors and misrepresentations in what your Ex told the court.