DIVORCE, SEPARATION, AND PROPERTY CHILD CUSTODY AND VISITATION CHILD SUPPORT SPOUSAL SUPPORT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUING FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INJURIES JUVENILE DEPENDENCY PRENUPTIAL AND POSTNUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

Juvenile Dependency      Juvenile Dependency cases concern family situations where allegations of abuse or neglect have been made, and the juvenile court intervenes to protect the family's children. Oftentimes, the first indication to a parent that an issue with their children has arisen is when the children are physically removed from the home. This is often an emotional and gut wrenching situation for both the children and the parents. It typically occurs after the parents have been arrested, or when domestic violence has occurred in the household, or when an allegation of abuse or neglect or drug use has been made against the parents.      One of the goals of the Juvenile Dependency court is to have matters regarding children resolved as quickly as possible, and they always strive to do what is in the "best interest" of the children. If a child becomes a dependent of the court, the court will make orders directed at the parent, the child, sometimes relatives, the social worker, or others so that the child will be protected.      Once a child is declared to be a dependent of the court, the court will either allow the child to reside in the family home under court supervision, or may place the child outside of the family home, typically in a foster home or group home. If during the time a child is a dependent of the court reunification services are not ordered, or reunification efforts fail, the child is eligible for adoption by a relative or third party.      There are many opportunities to have the children returned home, and the court and all other agencies strive to accomplish this main goal. Services are offered to assist the parents in becoming better parents, or to help them overcome domestic violence, or drug usage, or other problems that have been deemed to be detrimental to the children. With true effort and cooperation on the part of parents, the majority of parents and children are reunited, and oftentimes enjoy better parent-child relationships after the court's intervention.      As difficult and devastating as the removal of a child or children can be, it is not the end of the world; things will work out and life will get better for both the parents and the children. Immediate assistance is available to parents from attorneys, both private and court appointed. Do not hesitate to contact a qualified attorney of your choice as soon as action has been taken against your family. Prompt legal assistance can often mean the difference between short or lengthy delays in reunification of parents with their children. FAQ's and MORE INFORMATION Click Here to recieve a FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION