October 17, 2025
This Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, as local solicitors, we are highlighting their commitment to supporting women affected by domestic abuse in Ipswich.
One in four women in England and Wales will experience domestic abuse in her lifetime. On average, one woman is killed by an abusive partner or ex every five days in England and Wales. It doesn’t stop there, in 2023, it was estimated that 827,000 children may have suffered domestic abuse in England and Wales that year.
A review commissioned by the Domestic Abuse Commissioner revealed that nearly 90% of family court cases in England and Wales involve evidence of domestic abuse, yet over half resulted in unsupervised overnight contact for the abusive parent. This makes our legal team keen to support those going through domestic abuse.
The firm offers free legal advice and guidance on matters such as divorce and separation to women referred by Lighthouse Women’s Aid, a domestic abuse charity in the area.
These statistics underscore the widespread and severe nature of domestic abuse, highlighting the critical need for support services like those provided by Bates Wells and Braithwaite in collaboration with Lighthouse Women’s Aid.
Domestic abuse can affect women from all walks of life, and the team at Bates Wells and Braithwaite aims to provide a safe and understanding environment to guide clients through often difficult legal processes. Whether dealing with the complexities of divorce or separation, the solicitors offer expert support to help women navigate their options and make informed decisions about their future.
How our solicitors in Ipswich are helping support those through divorce and separation
As part of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, Bates Wells and Braithwaite are keen to raise awareness of the challenges women face and the free support available to them. The firm’s experienced solicitors work closely with Lighthouse Women’s Aid to ensure women get the help they need, offering both legal expertise and practical advice during a stressful time.
Contact our solicitors for more information
For more information on the support offered or to get in touch, contact us or contact Lighthouse Women’s Aid in Ipswich.