What happens?

More information is needed to be able to answer your question. And it is a good question. Time to retain a lawyer in your area who is experienced...

Sounds like DCF has started an investigation regarding your child. While the involvement of DCF in your life is unsettling and may feel like...

I was wondering if I voluntary surrendered my rights for a child andI have another child someday will they take the baby from me

Whether the child leave the hospital with you depends on the DCF investigator's risk assessment, which includes your past addiction and dependency...

Florida has a law that provides for temporary or concurrent custody by extended family. However, not being a relative or step-parent, you do not...

How do I petition for removal of a child from an unsafe home and for legal guardianship if I’m not immediate next of kin?

You can be the petitioner in a dependency case seeking to be the custodian, permanent guardian or possibly adoptive parent of the child. Any...

I need the best defense lawyer that will help me sue DCF?

When DCF removes children from parents a shelter hearing before a circuit court judge is required within 24 hours. At that hearing a judge makes a...

What lawyer do I contact to protect my children from being taken by CPS?

Lawyers well experienced with dependency / child protective services cases are best suited to help you. Don't wait for DCF to remove your...

Can i get my child back at the dependency hearing?

If the dependency hearing you ask about is an adjudicatory hearing (trial) on the department's petition the answer is yes, it is possible. But...

You and the children's father each have rights. And responsibilities - such as ensuring the safety and well-being of your children. Retaining a...

DCF investigations are typically open 45 to 60 days. A person being investigated for allegations can receive an investigative summary once the...