Helping Clients Seek and Defend Against PFAs in Pennsylvania

A Protection From Abuse (PFA) order is Pennsylvania’s version of a restraining order. It is designed to protect individuals and families from abuse, harassment, or threats of harm by a household or family member. At Karen Ann Ulmer, P.C., our experienced Pennsylvania family law attorneys represent clients in PFA cases—both those seeking protection and those defending against unfair or false allegations.

We proudly serve clients throughout Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, Philadelphia, Berks, Lehigh, Northampton, and Lancaster Counties.

What is a Protection From Abuse Order?

A PFA is a civil court order issued by a Pennsylvania judge that can provide protection for up to three years. Depending on the circumstances, a PFA may:

• Prohibit an abuser from contacting or harassing you

• Remove an abuser from the family home

• Grant temporary custody of children

• Require the abuser to surrender firearms

• Prevent further threats, intimidation, or abuse

Who Can File for a PFA in Pennsylvania?

You may be eligible to seek a PFA if the abuse was committed by:

• A spouse or former spouse• A current or former intimate partner

• Someone with whom you share a child

• A parent, child, or other household member

• Certain family members related by blood or marriage

How Our Attorneys Help in PFA Cases

Our Pennsylvania PFA lawyers provide skilled representation whether you are seeking protection or defending against a petition:

If You Need Protection

• File the PFA petition on your behalf

• Represent you at the temporary and final PFA hearings

• Gather evidence of abuse or threats

• Advocate for custody protections if children are involved

If You’ve Been Accused

• Defend against false or exaggerated claims

• Protect your parental rights and access to your children

• Prevent unfair restrictions that impact your home or job

• Seek dismissal or modification of an unjust PFA order

Why Choose Karen Ann Ulmer, P.C.?

• Extensive Experience in family law and domestic violence matters

• Compassionate Support for victims of abuse

• Strong Defense for clients facing false or retaliatory allegations

• Knowledge of Local Courts across Southeastern and Central Pennsylvania

Counties We Serve

We represent clients in PFA cases across Southeastern and Central Pennsylvania, including:

• Bucks County – Doylestown, Newtown, Levittown, Yardley

• Montgomery County – Norristown, King of Prussia, Lansdale, Abington

• Chester County – West Chester, Downingtown, Exton, Phoenixville

• Delaware County – Media, Springfield, Upper Darby, Ridley

• Philadelphia – Center City, Northeast, South Philadelphia

• Berks County – Reading, Wyomissing, Kutztown

• Lehigh County – Allentown, Whitehall, Emmaus

• Northampton County – Bethlehem, Easton, Nazareth

• Lancaster County – Lancaster, Lititz, Ephrata

Schedule a Confidential Consultation

If you need protection from abuse—or if you’ve been served with a PFA petition—our experienced Pennsylvania PFA attorneys are here to help. We act quickly to protect your rights, your family, and your future.