FightCPS does not advocate or condone violence or illiegal activities of any kind.
FightCPS is intended to help people learn enough about the law to be able to successfully defend themselves and their families against false accusations using legal documents and strategies that put parents in a stronger position when they go back to court.
For more information, see the FAQ.
Child Protective Services, CPS, has devastated and destroyed hundreds of thousands of families in America during the last thirty years leaving a trail of broken hearts, broken dreams, and shattered childhoods.
Rather than helping families, government agents have used unconstitutional laws in Juvenile Court to rip children away from their loving parents, break asunder God-given, natural, parent-child bonds, and adopt the children of the grieving out to others who profit financially with large monthly adoption subsidy payments.
Child Protective Services must be stopped! The law that started this, CAPTA, must be repealed. We must work tirelessly to inform the public of this very dangerous travesty of justice. We must keep faith knowing that if there is a God, there is an answer and a way to end this heartache.
Child Protective Services Agents - please come to your senses! Family destruction on false or trivial grounds is wrong, reprehensible, and inhumane.
Fosterers - be aware that for the money you get you are holding much-loved children away from their grieving families while the parents are forced to perform a service plan that is anything but a service to them. I call this hostage holding for the government. This is not kindness - to help misguided government agents destroy family relationships and break loving bonds.
CPS workers and fosterers - I ask that you now let the children of the innocent return to their homes where they are truly valued, adored, and loved by the parents God gave them.
Family rights are God-given rights. And they should not be ignored or postponed. Every moment these loving parents and children spend separated from one another is a torment beyond what anyone should ever have to bear.
It is unworthy of human dignity to allow this terrorism and torture of families to go on without saying something, speaking out, and trying to make a change.
Site mission: To provide information and support for families attacked by Child Protective Services and child welfare agents, especially those families facing false or trivial accusations of child abuse or neglect; and for researchers working to protect natural family rights.
|
Fighting Child Protective Services False Accusations
August 10, 2007
I’m getting a lot of requests for referrals to lawyers who take CPS cases. If you know of any lawyers who do CPS defense, please tell us about them here. If you are a lawyer, please sign in by using the comment link below this post.
Please give us contact information… website links are very welcome. We need to know what state CPS defense attorneys are in, so at least tell us that much.
I’d like to make this page a permanent resource for people looking for lawyers who do CPS defense. Your referrals can help.
To those who don’t have competent attorneys, who can’t find a referral here, I have a suggestion: Go to your county courthouse or to federal court (if you intend to file a lawsuit there) and look through the cases, which should be listed in some kind of computer database. You can ask the county clerk for help locating cases. Look for cases that have the Department of Social Services (or whatever they call it there) as a defendant. Then find out who the attorneys for the CPS victims are. In this way you’ll probably find lawyers who are willing to take on CPS cases.
If there’s nobody available in your county, try nearby counties. Sometimes getting an attorney from another county is the best thing you can do - they are less tied into local politics and not worried about staying friends with local CPS workers and judges.
…
P.S. - This is NOT the post to make attorney requests on. This post should have comments with attorney referrals only. If you need an attorney, please do not tell us about it in the comments to this post as I will have to delete those comments. This post should create a page with lots of attorney names for referrals only.
Filed under: CPS — Linda @ 2:50 pm
RSS feed for comments on this post.
Privacy Policy - please read before posting anything to this site. (Link opens in another window or tab.)
Copyright Notice: According to US Copyright law, copyright vests initially in the author(s) of the work. In accordance with Title 17 U.S.C. section 107, any copyrighted material herein is distributed without profit or payment to those who have an interest in receiving this information for non-profit research and educational purposes only. For more information go to: Title 17, Sec.107. If you are the copyright holder and choose to have your work removed from this website, email the webmaster and it will be done. However we here at fightcps.com hope you prefer that our researchers continue to benefit from access to your work.
Broken Links: Because many old news articles are taken offline you will find broken links in the archives of this weblog. There's nothing we can do to prevent this problem.
|
W. Andrew Fox
The Taylor Law Firm
Knoxville, TN.
Comment by Ruth — August 10, 2007 @ 9:26 pm
Robert Powell
San Jose , CA
408-553-0201
————————————————Margaret Cobenhagen
San Mateo,Ca
——————————————–Bonni Miller
San Mateo, Ca
Comment by Sam — August 10, 2007 @ 11:29 pm
Linda, just a comment to second what you wrote here.
Look up your state’s name for its CPS agency.
Who has won ( prevailed ) in litigating against CPS recently.
Remember, in NJ, Childrens Rights won a 12.5M dollar settlement for the 4 starved, adoptive boys.
Remember, that too, often caseworkers and their Supervisors may hold or carry Malpractice insurance or Errors and Omissions Insurance against their negligent acts.
In fact, the Texas DFPS Website, used to tout insurance sales to its caseworkers, right on the Website.
If the lowly caseworker does NOT carry insurance, the Supervisor MAY.
Now this will come out should the case come to deposition.
However, it is noteworthy to understand that NJ was only suing DYFS for 10M,. but once someone called the Plaintiff’s attorneys ( I wonder who that might have been) the settlement went up by 2.5 MILLION.
ALSO, THE settlement by Childrens Rights allows others foster children in NJ to sue more easily.
There is a page with all of this noted on the ChildrensRights Website.
http://www.childrensrights.org
I believe this URL is correct.
Preble in WA, Stuckle in I believe North Texas, and others are the names of some attorneys that come to mind.
Please folks, note that DSHS is the MOST SUED AGENCY IN WASHINGTON.
Folks must realize that the settlements are often CONFIDENTIAL OR NOT PUBLISHED.
Remember, even the Roskas were offered 3 settement figures in Utah.
They ranged from 5 Thousand to 200 Thousand.
So it is possible to win.
And I believe it may be the only way to tame CPS’ unnaccountable, un-overseen and irresponsible actions.
Heck, folks slip a law librarian a few bucks and they will research this issue for you.
Or even give them a bouquet of flowers.
You will not only help yourself, but curb CPS’ Fascist tendencies.
Comment by fern — August 11, 2007 @ 6:14 am
Great CPS defense lawyers in Texas:
Chris Branson: Houston Area
Paul Stuckle: Dallas area
Comment by Brian Paque — August 11, 2007 @ 6:32 am
Richard L. Lougee
Tucson Office
PO Box 43505
Tucson, AZ 85733
520-882-2080 (phone)
520-882-3002 (fax)
http://www.lougeelaw.com/
Richard Lougee, a smart, tough and usually relentless Tucson defense attorney….
Comment by EndGame — August 12, 2007 @ 9:25 pm
I have a question….The type of lawyers you are talking about, to fight CPS are Dependency Court attorneys, correct?
Comment by Vera Dubchek — August 12, 2007 @ 10:49 pm
Linda;
I read many of your wonderfull notes , This is the best .
I strongly believe Many CPS victimes will find CPS lawyer here.
Come on guys , I don’t see enough names , we need more and more CPS lawyers names here.
Remember the day you were looking for a CPS lawyer, it was like looking for a needle in a hay stack, wasn’t it?
So you found that needle, it could be your ticket to heaven if you share that needle with other CPS victims.
Comment by Sam — August 12, 2007 @ 10:59 pm
Vera: Yes, dependency court attorneys, or attorneys to sue in federal court. Any lawyer specializing in going to court against CPS - that’s who we need to know about.
Lawyers can use this space to advertise what they do, or people can post about lawyers they know who have been helpful in these matters.
Sam: Thanks for the positive note. I’m glad I finally found a way to share a resource like this on the site. I personally don’t have the time to research for CPS lawyers in every state, but with everyone able to post here, we should get a good selection of lawyers to choose from.
Comment by Linda — August 12, 2007 @ 11:04 pm
Linda,
You would want to hear our CPS story. Can’t expose it ’till I get approval from my attorney ROBERT POWELL (San Jose)
Comment by Sam — August 13, 2007 @ 1:23 am
Linda
It would be substantially beneficial if you can somehow keep this ‘lawyers who take CPS cases’ permanently at the top of your web.
Comment by Sam — August 13, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
Here is a website for people falsely accused of sexual abuse.
http://www.accused.com/
Comment by Ruth — August 17, 2007 @ 11:16 pm
Michigan
http://www.parentsforchildren.net/janetfrederickwilson/00index.cfm
Comment by Ruth — August 17, 2007 @ 11:34 pm
Massachusetts:
Gregory Hession.
Website: http://www.massoutrage.com
Much useful info here for all
Comment by fern — August 18, 2007 @ 9:39 am
Ohio:
Robert R. Surgenor.
Not an attorney, but a retired peace officer, who is an author who attributes much juvenile misbehavior to CPS’ growth.
HIs Website is excellent. Read the 2005 story about supposed alcoholic Mom.
Google his name to get his Family Defense Website
Comment by fern — August 18, 2007 @ 9:41 am
Western states attorneys:
Take a look at Website:
http://www.youthlaw.org
Children in FC CANNOT BE TREATED WITH DELIBERATE INDIFFERENCE.
Take a look at the names of attorneys who litigated here.
Washington state has ruled.
Suggest parents, grandparents, etc. contact the attorneys mentioned on this Website.
Note that in the Bramm suit v Washington abuse not mentioned, Just that the state moved kids excessively, cw’s untrained, kids needs not considered.
This needs to be litigated for the good of everyone.
Please folks, get back to this site when you hear from the attorneys. It may be even better if you have a group of folk from one particular state who assert that their family members were mishandles by CPS.
Comment by fern — August 18, 2007 @ 10:42 am
New York:
http://its.law.nyu.edu/faculty/profiles/index.cfm?fuseaction=cv.main&personID=19969
Martin Guggenheim. His phone # and email addy are posted on this site. Note the title of classes he teaches.
It seems to me that if anyone could evaluate your case and its merits, he could.
.
Comment by fern — August 18, 2007 @ 11:27 am
Like many of us, our first days in court seem a blur and not knowing and believing in justic we allow the courts to stick us with counsel and thats where the nightmare begins Ive been through six different attorneys and what they did best was take your money And when you do find one that will fight its too late but hopefully that good one will have made the record and you always have appeal and that man
was Arthur LaCilento his office is at 801 E. Chapman ave Suite 211 Fullerton Ca 92831 (714) 526-0450 The man is well respected by everone in court including the Judge who routinley asked him California Rules of Court numbers I have to tell you how different it feels when someone is fighting for you instead of for the other side William Gleason sill fighting for my son William JRs Return also when everyone else what charging me 350.00 an hour I was in shock when i view our contract and it was 200 an hour he would of been worth 500 he is truely an unusual lawyer
Comment by William Gleason — August 19, 2007 @ 1:28 am
We are a law office in San Jose, California. My firm handles cases challenging the actions of the Child Protective Services (CPS) in the removal of children from their family, continued detention of the children, and termination of parent’s rights to their children.
I am certified as a family law specialist by the State of California and I have been representing parents in CPS/Juvenile cases for over 13 years.
In addition, my firm handles federal civil rights cases associated with the unlawful removal of children and deprivation of the family’s right to association.
If you are facing false accusations of child abuse or neglect, or any of your children have been taken by CPS, contact our office immediately. If you want to truly be safe, contact us the minute you learn anyone has made a complaint / referral against you, or the minute you learn a social worker wants to speak with you or your children. Often the initial errors cannot be corrected or overcome.
We can help you protect your rights, your family, and your sanity. Phone (408) 553.0200. Our web site is http://www.rrpassociates.com
Comment by Robert Powell — August 26, 2007 @ 9:53 pm
Attorney Stehpen Barker
Southfield, Michigan
Comment by Susan Guthrie — August 27, 2007 @ 2:30 am
Attorney Stephen Barker
Southfield, MI
248-242-1963
Comment by Susan Guthrie — August 27, 2007 @ 2:32 am
PO Box 131766
Houston, TX 77219
713.522.9777
713.522.9888 (fax)
CPS Defense Attorney for the Houston area
Comment by Julie A. Ketterman — September 2, 2007 @ 6:14 pm
Shawn M. Harden
Harden Law Office
322 First Street East
PO Box 331
Independence, IA 50644-0331
Telephone: (319) 334-3679
Facsimile: (319) 334-7094
Web: http://www.hardenlawoffice.com
Comment by Shawn M. Harden — September 4, 2007 @ 8:27 pm
Please look up this web page. It has names of attorneys from many states that can be used to help if you have been wrongly accused. FIGHT CPS
http://members.tripod.com/cadkit/
Comment by MN — September 6, 2007 @ 6:33 pm
GO TO THIS WEB SITE and LOOK for your state. There is information about CLASS ACTION LAW SUITS.
http://www.indianacrc.org/classactionco.html
Comment by No Longer Silent — September 26, 2007 @ 11:10 am
I specialize in CPS defense cases. I am based in Houston, Texas but take cases from anywhere in the southeast Texas area.
Comment by Chris Branson — September 28, 2007 @ 11:01 am
Ross G. Lavin in Florida he is young but he is good.
Comment by Jodi PotterKing — November 1, 2007 @ 1:51 pm
Lavin is a attorney in Florida
Comment by Jodi PotterKing — November 1, 2007 @ 1:57 pm
Here is the names of two very good attorneys. Kevin Tankersley, he is located in Winamac, IN.. The other is Ms. Heather Lockwood located in Seattle WA.. I pray these names will be an answer to someone.
Comment by Rita Lloyd — November 11, 2007 @ 2:42 pm
I do Defense work inTexas CPS Cases especially in Galveston County HOWEVER snce I am a one person firm I am unable to do this work pro bono.
Comment by Lynette Briggs — November 12, 2007 @ 3:28 pm
office 409-9086-6565
fax 409-986-9189
Comment by Lynette Briggs — November 12, 2007 @ 3:30 pm
sorry office 409-986-6565
Comment by Lynette Briggs — November 12, 2007 @ 3:31 pm
I want to make a correction that I wrote on the 11th, the lawyers name is Ms. Heather Krkwood in the Seattle
WA. area. I’m so very sorry for giving the wrong info., it was given to me wrong. Any info. on any lawyers to fight for us in the Lafayette, IN area?
Comment by Rita Lloyd — November 15, 2007 @ 1:55 pm
Sorry, again I need to better proof read, its Kirkwood in Seattle WA..
Comment by Rita Lloyd — November 15, 2007 @ 1:58 pm
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/11/prweb566983.htm
On November 2, 2007, the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association awarded a San Diego attorney top honors in electing him as the “Top Gun - Trial Attorney of The Year” in the area of civil rights. The award was based on the 4.9 million dollar jury verdict obtained by Deanna Fogarty-Hardwick, against Orange County, its Social Services Agency, and two of its social workers Marcia Vreeken and Helen Dwojak earlier this year in a lawsuit alleging violations of her Constitutional right to familial association.
http://www.mcmillan-law.com/
Shawn A. McMillan, Esq.
THE LAW OFFICES OF SHAWN A. McMILLAN, A.P.C.
.
Comment by Janet — November 16, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
Texas Group: JIM F.
http://www.txcfr.org
Texas Center for Family Rights.
I would start there.
Best. F.
Folks might wish to contact their local school district, and find out if there is a Special Ed group which meets to discuss SpEd issues.
Lawyers may have less to do with SpEd since laws have changed regarding their entry into the process.
Comment by Fern — November 22, 2007 @ 5:25 pm
Why don’t we all just stop sitting around and typing comments on computers just for people who get a kick out of entertainment of reading the CPS stories about people’s actual lives and do something about all of this in a positive manner. CPS has got to be stopped and stopped immediately. My father who was falsely imprisoned and wrongly accused of sexually molesting twenty-one years ago was again and harrassingly arrested this past friday and all because he still isn’t admitting to CPS’s lie that he sexually abused me, in which my father DID NOT!CPS needs to stop believing their own lie and get off it. Too bad lawyers won’t take such a case because it’s a so-called old case. If our family needs help our family just needs the help. There is no statue-of-limitations of such lies of nonsense…WAKE UP AMERICA!!!!
Comment by beverly enoch — November 25, 2007 @ 1:54 pm
Beverly, because of folks like Linda and Leonard and Al and scores of others, CPS has had investigations, courts have been opened and folks are networking.
This is an industry and it feeds many hungry mouths. If you think that this runaway train can be stopped in a year or two, you are sadly mistaken.
Even Walter Mondale, who proposed CAPTA, was chastened by the spectre of what HE created.
Most folks are aware that CPS is sadly deficient.
Try telling that to legislators who by and large are attorneys who benefit from vague, unconstitutional statutes.
At one time, we considered a Parents March on Washington, and that idea is still viable.
Many folks have helped to reform and tame CPS somewhat over the past decade.
Richard Wexler, Martin Guggenheim, even Seligman ( former APA President) all know about the real failings of CPS.
It’s all about the J-O_B_S.
If little people get hurt, that’s the price of doing business.
If kids get harmed, the rationale is they are the underclass anyway, who cares about them?
And plenty of folks in a number of states have sacrificed muchly to give the newbies some sense of security.
I always suggest that folks look at AFRA
http://www.familyrights.us
And network with those close in their states.
Special ed groups ( for parents with special needs kids) is another fertile area for folks to meet and lobby.
The real corruption, is in the secret money, no-bid contracts and bought employees.
Heck, just this month KY did a big expose on CPS. I see a huge sea change in the state of KY.
Things are changing. Attorneys want and deserve to be paid–and there are folks who warrant CPS interventions.
Drugs are the main cause of parental neglect, and no one on this site nor anywhere else supports truly neglectful parents.
The problem is that CPS is difficult to sue b/c of their governmental immunities. Some court decisions have backed up our activism.
A Mom in Orange county Calif was awarded close to 5M for DCFS’ unlawful conduct.
The problem is parents who successfully litigate must be pretty snow whitish.
That is, totally innocent. But things are changing from when Richard Wexler penned his book, ” Wounded Innocents” which exposed the dark underbelly of CPS.
But the whole structure of US employment is changing, and folks who have been to college need jobs.
I have had University Professors address my professional group, and spout this. So, if your kids are taken, the Profs have their jobs and the social work majors have their *make-work* jobs.
Linda calls such jobs *unworthy* and especially castigates foster caretakers.
The essence of the US economy is business—and yeah, CPS makes and creates jobs.
The sad part is that most of what CPS does—take for example, court custody evals, were put in place without any scientific study or validation.
Take a look at http://www.npr.org
And see just how brutal and arbitrary custody evals ( done in Family Court everyday) are foisted off on folks.
Until you have had a tragedy like your family has had, it is difficult to comprehend or empathize with them.
Most of us do care….And do see some improvements…..
Thanks to all the Calif crew who have made valiant efforts to reform CPS lo this past decade.
Let us hope that folks in other states, like Kentucky, can continue the good fight.
Because it is for the benefit of the children and for those who have yet to meet up with the chilling cw.
Best to you.
Comment by Fern — November 25, 2007 @ 6:03 pm
try university legal clinics, i was very lucky with an attorney in houston,tx, from the u of h legal clinic, her name is janet heppard and she is a good attorney, a piece of luck in the most horrible situation I have ever experienced. My son is two yrs. and these foster fathers have had him for 1 and a half years already, now i am fighting the two foster fathers as cps stepped out leaving my rites intact but my son with the foster fathers, My mother passed a home study as did I and , when my now two year old was seven months I was pregnant with my little Joshua, and we (josh and I fled to wisconsin where I have family, as the Houston Cps would have taken Joshua,too.I did everthing I was told to do and they never returned my son, which goes against their own mandate..to return a child to family, I wonder if these two foster guys bribed anyone…..I am very close to broke due to the last year and half, also very sad and can’t believe this has happend. Janet Heppard is doing this pro bono,god bless her work, remember legal clinics at colleges and of course legal aid, the problem is getting them to accept your case as the are overwhelmed, but try….
Comment by jessica bhan — December 3, 2007 @ 2:53 am
1). Ask for a new public defender, they’re required by law to represent you to their best of their ability - get one who’s better. 2). Google “CASE PRACTICE MODEL+NJ” and get the Case Practice Model DYFS needs to follow. 3). Call the office of the Child Advocate, they can help a lot - their number is 1-877-543-7864 4). Request that a CASA Volunteer be appointed, they will represent your son and report directly to the judge, their number is 609-695-9400
Comment by William DiSenso — December 11, 2007 @ 9:40 am
Doug, there is a Yahoogroups specifically for SC.
SCDSSComplaints@yahoogroups.com
The owner of the list is Eric. Perhaps you can begin networking there.
There is a Federal lawsuit pending v DCF in FL for wrongful medical on the part of CPS there.
You might also want to Google and see if there is an OI foundation or such group who will help with good doctors, etc. for trial.
In NY, just past week, a child with 14 fractures under 4 months old, was deemed NOT to be victim of child abuse.
See my posting re this on AFRA.
http://www.familyrights.us
Look under News section. Also join this Message board for others with OI issues.
Comment by Fern — December 12, 2007 @ 8:34 am
To Doug:
Link to NY story on OI. It is a blockbuster, since it challenges how CPS classifies abuse as serious.
http://www.timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=645524&category=REGION&newsdate=12/8/2007&TextPage=2
This is story. You need to get the Apellate summary or transcript.
Significant that infant had over 15 fractures at 4 months of age,but never tested + for OI.
This is apparently cutting edge medical info. However, as one poster has said CPS never questions *medical doctors*
Gosh, I would ask the OI foundation for help with this.
Best wishes.
Comment by Fern — December 13, 2007 @ 10:57 am
I am a retired law enforcement officer now doing private investigations in the Colorado/Wyoming area.
I am outraged at the abuses that are occuring in this country. Brenda Scott’s book “Out of Control” opened my eyes and my company is now dedicated to defending families.
Please email if you need help or just want to discuss the situation in this area.
God Bless,
Bill
http://www.lifelineinv.com
Comment by Bill Finlay — December 13, 2007 @ 11:26 pm
Dear Lisa:
1. Three suggestions for groups in Michigan. Take a look at :
http://www.familyrights.us
Under Members and see who is active in Michigan.
2. Google the name of Michigan’s CPS agency and look on Google or
http://www.yahoogroups.com
Think they changed from FIA to DHS?
3. Register here on Message Boards.
You have a specific problem with teen, but it appears CPS is asserting your teen is better off in group home than with you??
I assume you have legal custody. Which means you have authority for medical decisions.
( Not an attorney)—you really need specific Michigan informed help.
Comment by Fern — January 4, 2008 @ 7:18 am
To Cher:
I would try to get in touch with “Mary Callahan” in Maine who has written a book about the FC system and is largely opposed to it.
She is a nurse in Maine and a staunch adovocate for children to be placed with family.
She organizes rallies, etc. v DHS Maine.
Please let us know if you received this message, since I cannot figure out if anyone is getting any benefits from these postings.
Best.
Comment by Fern — January 15, 2008 @ 7:40 am
My law firm is dedicated to representing people whose constitutional rights have been violated by county social workers. If you have any questions, please contact me at 888.893 4529, or email, vinny@msn.com. We are located in Los Angeles County, but we represent folks all over the state of California, and can represent folks around the country.
Comment by Vincent W. Davis — January 18, 2008 @ 10:02 am
For Southern California, I retained an attorney by the name of Arthur La Cilento. In reference to a comment posted here, I must say that I agree….Art is an EXCELLENT attorney!!!! He helped me get my kids home, he fought for me and my family, and he is indeed an extraordinary man. If you want someone who treats you with dignity and respect and will go to the ends of the earth to help you, call him…he is also very reasonable in comparison with the others I have consulted with. His phone # is 714-526-0450.
Comment by Sarah — February 27, 2008 @ 4:37 pm
Daniel L. Cox, Esq.
The Cox Law Center, LLC
Maryland
410-943-0004
http://www.coxlawcenter.com
Comment by Family Liberty — February 28, 2008 @ 9:09 am
Traci:
Group in Kansas:
http://www.citizens-for-change.org
Vickie and others.
Comment by Fern — February 28, 2008 @ 12:29 pm
Excellent Tennessee Attorney:
Jes Beard
http://www.jesbeard.com
423- 267-4391 Office
423-267-4394 Fax
423-635-2068 cell
e-mail: jesbeard@usa.net
He is experienced and successful with DCS cases in both civil and criminal courts.
Comment by Jim Gerhardt — March 2, 2008 @ 12:08 am
S. Harney:
Group already formed in Indiana:
http://www.honkforkids.com
Phone # is on their site.
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — March 16, 2008 @ 6:30 am
Thanks for the Richard Lougee Atty.(Tucson, AZ) lead but he isn’t taking Anything NEW so ZIP that one…
Comment by jean — March 19, 2008 @ 2:00 pm
Michelle Myshell:
WA has Washingtonfamiliesunited.
I believe that they posted here in the beginning of the month. Do not know under what heading, though.
Arizona has a very active group which meets weekly through Robin Scoins.
You should be able to hook up with her group at:
http://www.familyrights.us
Under Contents go to “Members and Friends” From there go to AZ.
Hope this helps you both. F.
(People–do not write your correct name, but if you want an atty to contact you, you need to indicate your state)
Remember many attys do not want CPS clients.
Also register & join Message Boards here.
Comment by Fern — April 2, 2008 @ 6:07 am
La Toya in Georgia:
Contact:
http://georgiafamilyrights.com
Phone # on page. She can ( I am certain) give you some help.
Her name is Dorothy.
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — April 2, 2008 @ 11:34 am
I represent parents, grandparents and De Facto parents in California Juvenile Dependency cases. I ensure your side of the story is heard at a juvenile dependency hearing. I provide an aggressive, yet balanced, defense. You need an attorney who will neither back down nor come across as overly aggressive. The best approach in child protective services cases is to foster workable relationships with social service’s personnel, while at the same time taking a firm position in court to attempt to get your children back where they belong.
I have successfully defended parents wrongfully accused in Shaken Baby Syndrome, molestation, physical abuse and neglect cases. It has been my experience that everyone involved in this area of the law is genuinely interested in protecting children and most are over burdened with ridiculously high case loads. Sometimes it takes a special combination of patience and perseverance to get the true information out and persuade the court to go your way. No one wants to see a child separated from a parent based on untrue allegations.
I can guide you through the process if you are in recovery from substance abuse and are ready to rehabilitate. The judge, the social workers, the lawyers - everyone in that courtroom - has seen it all already. They have heard every excuse, seen every abuse and witnessed parents who can never reunite with their children. You have to be serious in your recovery.
Parents sometimes come to me with horrendous stories of having been mistreated or ’set-up’ by social workers. It’s easy to get caught up in fighting over ‘constitutional rights’ and become angry with unfair treatment received from total strangers. In order to survive this process and get your children back in your custody (or keep them there) you must set all of this aside and focus on the factual allegations being made against you. As a juvenile dependency attorney, my job is to prove the allegations are not true, or do not rise to the level of risk necessary for the government to take your children into protective custody. If you want to sue a social worker or a therapist, or get someone fired, or defend your right to smoke pot - I am not the attorney you need. My job is to get your children back. If you are ready to focus on that - call me!
To find out more about child protective services, call my office today. I represent people throughout California. Evelyn A. Cox, Attorney at Law 916-955-5300
Comment by Evelyn A. Cox — April 5, 2008 @ 5:34 pm
We have a good track record with DCS removal cases that have seemed impossible to other attorneys. Our address is 1522 Highland Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee 37916. Our phone is 865-637-6550.
Comment by Margaret Beebe Held — April 8, 2008 @ 7:56 am
Rene Sandler is an aggressive advocate for those targeted in CPS investigations in Maryland.
Comment by Melina JImenez — April 20, 2008 @ 10:36 am
I am both public defender and in private practice. I have worked both as a prosecutor and now am in defense. I have been doing this in one form or another for ten years.
I am based in Evansville, Indiana, 812-253-0259.
Comment by Julie A Fox — April 21, 2008 @ 2:40 pm
I am an attorney in Houston, Texas who specializes in defending families against CPS. I am willing to handle cases anywhere in southeast Texas
Comment by Chris Branson — April 29, 2008 @ 5:02 pm
Will fight CPS in Harris and surrounding counties.
Julie Ketterman, Attorney
713.522.9777
Comment by Julie Ketterman — May 8, 2008 @ 3:33 pm
California CPS defense by solo practitioner.
I have no staff - I am not able to take cases on a pro bono basis, a retainer is required in all cases.
I encourage you to look at my website for some guidance.
Comment by Evelyn A. Cox, Attorney at Law — May 10, 2008 @ 11:11 am
I will fight for you and your family!
Comment by Vincent W. Davis, Esq. — May 12, 2008 @ 2:39 pm
Rene Sandler and Catherine Woolley at Sandler Law LLC in Maryland were great legal advocates who helped my family get through a difficult CPS experience. They are smart, aggressive attorneys who know the ropes.
Comment by Josie — May 13, 2008 @ 12:08 pm
I got a recommendation in email for people in Oregon who want to sue CPS: Linda Beloof in Clackamas.
Comment by Linda — May 13, 2008 @ 11:09 pm
Parents of Special Education children:
Have you talked to any other parents who are in Spec Ed with your kids?
Does your school district have a Special Ed Committee of parents set up?
Many school districts do. It is best to get advice from local residents first. If you are having problems, it is likely that others have had the same difficulties.
Try that first. Special ed lawyers do exist, but the Federal rules about Spec Ed changed about 3 years ago, and lawyers may have problems getting paid.
However, it does not hurt to call and make inquiries. Often times, the office staff can give you some advice. Often, FREE.
Best wishes. F. ( Take a look on Wright’s law Website. For spec ed )
Comment by Fern — May 16, 2008 @ 7:18 am
http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.jsp?articleId=281474976947990
check out Mom who won 4.9 million last March in CA against CPS.
Good for her! and her lawyer!
Comment by Cynthia Isbell — May 20, 2008 @ 5:32 pm
Texas residents:
There is a Family Guidance Center in Austin, Texas which helps families with DFPS concerns.
Google this. Just became aware of this site in researching FLDS illegalities.
Comment by Fern — May 29, 2008 @ 8:00 am
Here’s a link for lawyers that may help if you live in Berkeley CA or the surrounding area
Berkeley Parents Network
Comment by K — June 13, 2008 @ 4:55 am
My family recently hired Rene Sandler of Sandler Law in Rockville, MD for a CPS matter. Rene got the case ruled out. We can now all get on with our lives. She handles CPS cases all over Maryland. She did a great job.
Comment by Allie — June 15, 2008 @ 11:00 am
Defense Attorney against CPS in Southern California
(951)660-5289
Comment by Dennis Moore, Esq. — June 28, 2008 @ 9:46 am
California has a number of active groups:
One is http://www.theacf.org
Also call the large state-affiliated universities in California and see if they have a Law School.
Law Schools frequently have free clinics for women, especially when children are shuffled around illegally by DCFS.
Call and ask.
Sign on and register here for Message Forum to connect up with folk in Calif.
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — June 28, 2008 @ 7:13 pm
I am an attorney with offices in San Francisco and San Rafael, CA. I take CPS cases, and I have had good/great success. I work well with parents and the courts, and will fight to get your children home. 415-259-6630 Law Office of Jennifer Ani
Comment by Jennifer Ani — July 7, 2008 @ 9:35 am
I am an attorney who will take your Marin, Sonoma, San Francisco, or other bay area CPS case. 415-259-6630.
Comment by Jennifer Ani — July 7, 2008 @ 9:35 am
Michigan:
Call the Law Clinic for Children at the University of Michigan.
They might be able to help. F.
Comment by Fern — July 10, 2008 @ 3:34 pm
Good luck finding an attorney to go after social services.
Domestic violence is totally a victim’s fault in Colorado if it happens on more than one occasion. If it happens once and you don’t take permanent measures to protect your children from future episodes, then it’s failure to protect.
If the social worker is talking to landlords, then landlords need to be called to testify as to what took place. In Colorado, you have a right to object to the submission of any report done by anyone and request a hearing with the people present to testify who gave information that went into the report.
There is no reason to submit a treatment plan to any police agency. IF this is happening, the police are required to provide a copy of any paperwork given to them to you if you request it.
Informing the court of these things, after you have gotten the documentation needed, is essential.
Comment by Billy Wiseman — July 11, 2008 @ 12:39 pm
http://fightcps.com/2007/06/15/how-can-we-solve-the-problem-of-cps-false-accusations/
Comment by Billy Wiseman — July 12, 2008 @ 1:53 am
http://www.icmeducation.org/katrina/chapter7.html
Comment by Billy Wiseman — July 12, 2008 @ 1:58 am
http://familyrights.us/how_to/fight_cps.html
Comment by Billy Wiseman — July 12, 2008 @ 1:58 am
a friend of mine lives in Colorado and ive talked to my friend and this is what my friend saids to tell you
Were you close to the neighbor who got busted? Many times they will
take children because of association with drug users. That your drug
tests came out negative is a big plus for you, but what are they
alleging the neglect to be? Who is your court-appointed attorney? (I
know a lot of them in the north area, but not many in Boulder).
Your mom would have to appeal the decision to not allow her custody,
and she may have to take that clear up to an administrative hearing.
If they did not do a home study on your mom, then she needs to request
that. If they did do a home study, you can object to being denied and
take it to a separate administrative hearing. That’s what I had to do.
When you take it before an ALJ (Administrative Law Judge), social
services has to PROVE allegations against you. Holding against her one
unverifiable allegation 25 years ago probably won’t cut it with an ALJ.
Social Services also is required to tell you how to go about appealing
their decision. Since that comes under the heading of legal advice for
me, I can’t advise you on that, except to tell you that social services
HAS to tell you who to contact if you disagree with their decision, and
you will end up before an ALJ to be able to contest.
Interestingly, many times if you simply refuse to back down, they give
in. Other times they are hell bent on stopping you. If that is the
case, it is usually because they want to terminate rights. When it
involves teenagers, they don’t really want to get stuck with them.
It’s a lot harder to place teenagers permanently, so unless they have a
really huge bee in their bonnet, the kids are returned.
Most important thing is to make sure you do whatever treatment plan
they come up with. Despite the fact that you had two clean UAs in one
day, they will probably make you do drug treatment. Object to that in
court. Your attorney isn’t going to do you any good, obviously. TELL
THEM YOU HAVE INEFFECTIVE COUNSEL! Tell the Judge, ON RECORD at the
next hearing that you are not satisfied with counsel because he/she
never shows up to meetings, etc., and you need someone who will
actually represent you. Getting that on record is the most critical
thing you can do for yourself at this point. Ineffective counsel is
the number one chance of a successful appeal if they decide to
terminate rights.
Comment by Billy Wiseman — July 14, 2008 @ 8:56 am
Maryland:
I hired Ms. Sandler for a domestic violence issue, and Ms. Sandler has been amazing. It is the best word that describes her.
I had hired another firm before whose dishonesty, incompetence and attempts to cover their dishonest and incompetent behavior at left me in a dysfunctional state of mind. I had never been so down psychologically in my life, and feared greatly for my future relationship with my children.
Ms. Sandler brought me back from the brink both personally and in the courts, and in some ways I’m ahead of the game. She has zealously represented my interests (very successfully I might add) while maintaining an ethical standard second to none.
I would recommend Rene Sandler to anyone seeking counsel. In a legal system fraught with a frightening lack of honest behavior and an equally frightening abundance of pitfalls, I cannot think of another attorney I’d rather have. Further, the fact that her ethical standards and compassion are as high as her legal skills makes me simply proud to have her at my side in court.
Comment by B. Y. Mathis — July 18, 2008 @ 10:50 am
I practice in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. Please check my website for client testimonials regarding CPS representation. CPS often does not know when to close their cases and when to stop messing with families. Although they enjoy the umbrella’d excuse of being “overworked and underpaid” I am oftentimes amazed at how they will not let go of cases that should have been closed long before. I have 8+ years handling parental representation in CPS cases; however I now only take private cases, not court appointed, so I am not reliant on the county for a steady stream of employment. Please call me as SOON into the investigation or case as possible as time is definitely of the essence. Tara Turner
Comment by Tara Turner — July 20, 2008 @ 7:26 pm
Tammy in Indiana:
Check out the Indiana group:
http://www.honkforkids.com
Their phone # on HomePage.
Comment by Fern — July 27, 2008 @ 2:05 pm
A family law attorney in New York for more than 10 years, I specialize in domestic violence, child custody, abuse/neglect and other complex issues in Family Court.
Tracey A. Bloodsaw
718-274-1599
Comment by Tracey A. Bloodsaw — August 19, 2008 @ 12:17 pm
Attorney who fights CPS.
Comment by Vincent W. Davis, Esq/ — August 23, 2008 @ 2:18 pm
Kelley in NH:
Paula Werme, Esq.
I believe she is located in Boscawan, NH.
Google “Werme, DCYF”—Should bring up lots of hits.
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — September 2, 2008 @ 6:31 pm
California CPS cases only. Based in Sacramento. Parent Defense only. Former California Prosecutor. Also available to law firms for training and consultation regarding CPS cases.
Comment by Evelyn A. Cox, Attorney at Law — September 6, 2008 @ 12:28 pm
Cristen Howard ( hope this is a made up name)
1. Take a look at
http://www.CPSWatch.com ( Was based in MO)
2. Google the initials of MO CPS. Is it DHS?
3. Was there a warrant issued for childrens removal?
4.Join Yahoogroups.
CPSWatch@Yahoogroups.com
Please get back to as to how this went.
Comment by Fern — September 12, 2008 @ 5:59 am
Theresa in AZ:
Very active gal there.
Look at:
http://www.profane-justice.org
On Home Page under advocates you will find the email addy of Robin in AZ who has been lobbying the AZ legislature for years.
Since she is residing in AZ, she would be the most qualified to give you some guidance.
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — September 12, 2008 @ 6:05 am
Cristen:
Addtl help:
http://members.familyrights.us/missouri/index.html
Here is MO members page.
Your complaint is similar to many which are voiced on these sites.
Just quickly: Drug involvement is a No-No.
Do you have any folks who are in disagreement with you or hubby?
The police dept should know better than to let your children out of your custody without a warrant, signed by a Judge, unless the kids are in “imminent risk of danger”.
That can be a cw call or a LE call, AFAIK.
There are phone numbers on the page cited above.
Best wishes. Take a deep breath and pray.
AFRA is the best, accessible compendium of info presently on the Web.
http://www.familyrights.us
AFRA= American Family rights Assn.
You can spend weeks on the site Suggest you read over weekend.
Compile the names of family members who are good citizens to take the children. Do not them into *stranger foster care.*
Comment by Fern — September 12, 2008 @ 9:04 am
Winona:
Every month, a poster from WA state informs families about the existence of the group,
Washingtonfamiliesunited
Or a name similar to that.
Suggest you read the archives to locate the proper name and phone #.
Take a look on the right hand side of home page and look up Washington, also, if Linda has entries from them.
Best.
Comment by fern — September 13, 2008 @ 10:05 am
I, the father, Karl Lentz , now as of September 5th 2008 has set a unheard of precedent, history making in FACT - I have a RESTRAINING ORDER GRANTED to me and my children, by a GREAT Judge (and he is an Alabama Judge) to prevent ANYMORE interference from the STATE of ALABAMA’s DHR…
After seven long years and with the intervention of the ALABAMA Supreme Court (by
providing an impartial Judge),
Upon request, I will send you a copy of my interlocutory injunction and the court order generated by the Court; I finally was given the opportunity to present evidence in my defense… I demonstrated the harm, crimes, and potential crimes against me and my children IF Alabama CPS/DHR agents/caseworkers/social services agents Judge Sandra Storm worker Tenisha Felton, DHR IS NOT allowed ANYMORE involvement with my Children lives…. ENDURANCE-STAMINA-FAITH-GOD.
Work hard enough, long enough - after seven (7) long YEARS, dreams come true.
Next court date is October 6th, 2008. I Subpoenaed three Jefferson County Civil Family Court judges (the judges have already been subpoenaed) I wonder if they will be able to hide behind a “civil”(civilized judicial proceedings) code to claim they DON’T Have tooooo. Oooh, But I am sure they will try to figure out how not to testify under oath nor give a deposition, but if they have done NOTHING wrong why would judges be afraid to testify under Oath?
This week I will subpoena Gov. Bob Reilly, Troy King, CPS/DHR director Candice Lanier, as well as CPS director Paul Butler as well…
Good luck to all, God bless. MY PHONE # is 540-908 4578 Karl Lentz,,,
Thank god I live in Virginia, and was NEVER an Alabama citizen…
Oooh what’s funny I am on a CA/N Assessment of a Report of Child Abuse/Neglect ONLY in Alabama I just found this out in Feb , when my family tried to get a 11 year-old afro-american deaf boy into our home thru foster care thru the Commonwealth Virginia’s DHR (my sister is a teacher at the school for the deaf and the blind, oh yes I/my family is white) Virginia DHR told us we could not because I have been “FOUND” guilty of Abuse and/or Neglect in the State of Alabama, funny, and I never HAD a child in Alabama , nor never accused of charged with Abuse or Neglect to Children, by the DHR police or anybody anywhere in the USA.
Comment by karl lentz — September 13, 2008 @ 9:08 pm
Dear Fern,
I am the Vice-President of Washington Families United. Our main office is in Olympia, Washington.
Our office # is 360-705-3233. Dave Wood, our lobbyist is usually in the office.
You may phone me personally if so desired. 360-478-2686. Please keep in mind that I also have a money paying job and I am out of the country 12 days days a month. So your phone call may not be return until I get home. Please get in touch with Mr. Wood at our office if it is an emergency.
We can only help those that have cases in Washington State or are residents of the same.
Respectfully,
CC Tillett
Washington Families United
Vice-President
Child and Family Advocate
Comment by cctillett — September 15, 2008 @ 7:25 am
I am an attorney in private practice in San Rafael, California. I handle cases challenging the actions of the Child Protective Services (CPS) in the removal of children from their family, continued detention of the children, and termination of parent’s rights to their children.
If you are facing false accusations of child abuse or neglect, or any of your children have been taken by CPS, contact my office immediately.
If you want to truly be safe, contact us the minute you learn anyone has made a complaint / referral against you, or the minute you learn a social worker wants to speak with you or your children. Often the initial errors cannot be corrected or overcome easily. Phone (415) 259-6630.
Comment by Law Office of Jennifer Ani — September 15, 2008 @ 9:24 am
I just want to let you guys all know about two wonderful lawyers who helped us bring our babies home in Fairfax County, Virginia:
Cherise Cuevas (Reston)
703.815.0000
http://www.cuevaslaw.us/attorneybio.html
Kyle E Skopic Law Office (Fairfax)
(703) 246-9530
Comment by Gail — September 19, 2008 @ 9:11 pm
Joshua S. Davidson is a criminal defense attorney in Phoenix who handles cases involving allegations of child abuse.
http://www.jdavidsonlaw.com
602-493-3600
info@jdavidsonlaw.com
Comment by Joshua Davidson, attorney at law — September 21, 2008 @ 1:08 pm
To all seeking attorneys:
1. Most of the attorneys will require a retainer: that is, cash.
2. Your best bet is to find your own state organization which tries to combat CPS’ illegalities.
3.To do this:
Go to:
http://www.familyrights.us
On the left side of Home Page go to
Site Content:
Under that heading, select:
Members and Friends.
Click on your US state. Some foreign countries listed, too.
When you find your state, the state organizations are usually listed at the page on top.
Call the numbers listed, and T-A-L-K.
If you want to have some feedback from an attorney you need to indicate your STATE.
Attorneys are licensed to practice in specific statES, SO THE FOLKS WHO POST VAGUE MESSAGES HERE WITHOUT A VALID EMAIL ADDY WILL NEVER BE CONTACTED BY ANYONE.
And you need to reseach your own state here, too. Look on the right side of this Home Page. Linda has some links to specific states.
Hope this illuminates the subject so folks can meet up with someone who can help.
Comment by Fern — September 29, 2008 @ 5:05 pm
Thanks Fern
im in contact with Wa.Familiesunited, i have two parts to the video. The first one is 4 minutes long and the second one is 11 seconds long.
Comment by winona — September 30, 2008 @ 2:24 pm
looking for a lawyer that will look at my case in tn .it took us 3 years to get some one to give us a copy or the file and according to james hickman the attorney that thr dcs appointed us it is the only file to be had any one that has been lied to or wronged in sevieville tennessee contact me troyparks-61@msn.com ,I know i’m not the only person that the children and family sevices has lied to and covered up there mistakes and fabricated paper work and had documents noterized after the fact,also any dealings with the attorney suzan rushing,i’m curious to see how she treated other cases with her got to win attitude no matter how many families had to be destroyed.
Comment by Troy Parks — October 8, 2008 @ 10:10 pm
LAW OFFICE OF GERALD E. SMITH
(619)231.1400 or (619)843.6733
2220 India Street
San Diego, CA 92101
Email: attny_gsmith41@yahoo.com
Gerald Smith received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Texas and then his Juris Doctrine from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 1993. Before his decision to pursue a career as an attorney, Mr. Smith had a highly successful career as a police officer in Texas. He achieved the rank of Sergeant and was a member of the police department’s SWAT team. Mr. Smith received his instructor’s certification from Texas Commission of Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Education (T.C.L.O.S.E.) and was an instructor in the department academy. After graduation from law school, he served as a prosecutor for the City of San Diego in addition to receiving experience in the civil arena. Mr. Smith now uses his knowledge and experience primarily toward defending the rights of the wrongfully accused.
GET THE JUSTICE YOU DESERVE!!!!!
• 15 YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE AS A CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER
• FORMER POLICE OFFICER OVER 9 YEARS
• FORMER SAN DIEGO PROSECUTOR
LET US HELP PRESERVE THE VALUES OF OUR FAMILIES.LET NOT HUMAN SEPARATE WHAT GOD HAD PUT TOGETHER….PROTECT YOUR FAMILY…DO NOT LET OTHER PEOPLE RUIN YOUR GOOD INTENTIONS FOR YOUR FAMILY….
Comment by Attorney Gerald E. Smith — October 11, 2008 @ 5:05 pm
Ours is the only law firm in the State of Connecticut that is devoted, full-time, to full-service DCF defense for private paying adults. DCF, or Dept. of Children and Families, is Connecticut’s CPS. We have three full-time lawyers and a full-time paralegal, and practice in courts and DCF offices throughout the state. Please see our web site: http://www.agranofflaw.com.
Thanx, Atty. Mike Agranoff
Comment by Atty. Michael H. Agranoff — October 15, 2008 @ 6:37 am
I am looking for a lawyer in Omaha, NE.
Sondra
sondra@formsguys.com
Comment by Sondra Price — October 15, 2008 @ 3:03 pm
were looking for a lawyer who can help us on a case against cps in seattle wa asap.
Comment by ritchie — October 15, 2008 @ 3:08 pm
were looking for a lawyer to help us on a case against cps we have done evrything they asked us to do and more my boyfriend had never got a chance to have the girls they have been in the sistem since 2005.
Comment by jamie — October 15, 2008 @ 3:13 pm
Is there anyone in Texas that can help me with CPS and not charge an arm and a leg?
Comment by Cheryl — October 15, 2008 @ 4:21 pm
Joshua S. Davidson is a dedicated and resourceful defense attorney in phoenix who represents individuals charges with various sex related offenses in including child molestation and sexual conduct with a minor.
Comment by Joshua Davidson, attorney at law — October 31, 2008 @ 11:01 pm
Lawfirm in California … see their blog on juvenile dependency issues … they work in San Jose, Fremont, Monterey, Sacramento, Redwood City, and Salinas.
Comment by Linda — November 5, 2008 @ 7:56 am
Koch and Trushin in Florida have a blog article on helping grandparents get kinship care and custody rights: In Florida, how can grandparents attain the custody of a grandchild
Comment by Linda — November 5, 2008 @ 7:59 am
Illinois residents:
Attorney sponsored Website. Meetings held montly for families with DHS concerns.
Chicago area:
http://www.familydefensecenter.net
Worth reading site and subscribing.
Comment by Fern — November 12, 2008 @ 12:04 pm
Hi am wondering how I can get help getting my children back from my sister who lied to dss who filed false accusations and helped her to get my kids all the while they told me do what they say and ill have them back soon I live in massachusettes and been trying to prove my innocence for over ayr with proof and the judge won’t listen and noone will help now my kids are confused and think I treated them bad when I did everything for them before myself and the judge says I think of myself how wrong he is now their having sex had surgery doing bad in school drinking please help me I don’t even want to live anymore its one lie after another can’t take being away from them I miss them so bad its killing me that I can’t fight these lies I want to sue everyone involved
Comment by sharon pritchard — November 13, 2008 @ 8:22 pm
I need a attorney asap children at risk of being taken any day. I have a class action lawsuit that is needing to be pursued immediately. I need help in a timely manner in Oregon. If not they will be gone. I have seven children.
Comment by Sally — November 20, 2008 @ 4:42 am
Can someone tell me how the Mormons in Texas filed an injunction and got there kids back.
I live in Washington State and my nephew and niece is currently in CPS custody. Since being taken all CPS has thought about is terminating parental rights so they can be placed up for adoption. I have been refused to option to have my nephew and niece pleaced with me through relative placement. My brother who is the father of these children, has had his civil rights/disability rights violated over and over. Currently CPS is holding an incident against him in why he can’t have unsupervised visitation. We have witnesses who will state the woman planned it all. I need a name of an attorney in Southwest Washington who would be willing to help me.
Comment by Linda — November 20, 2008 @ 9:03 am
I need a lawyer in the DesMoines Iowa area but probably can’t get one here these lawyers here are scared of their own shadow they are a joke here.
Comment by Terri Rote — November 21, 2008 @ 12:21 pm
November, 08
NY state residents:
Pro-bono law firm for low income residents:
http://www.prweb.com/releases/Greenberg_Traurig/Fellowship_Foundation/prweb1635484.htm
Comment by Fern — November 22, 2008 @ 8:50 am
National Website for ( Foster Care Kids??)
http://wwww.childrensrights.org
Has a link to their attorneys. They DO TAKE some individual cases, although their chief strategy is to class action within the individual states.
They have a link and a toll free posted on their Website listed above.
I think they are primarily concerned with abuses to foster children.
Good luck to all.. F.
Comment by Fern — November 25, 2008 @ 12:30 pm
It is listed as:
http://www.childrensrights.org
Don’t know why the original link did not work.
Look under reform efforts for attorneys.
F.
Comment by Fern — November 25, 2008 @ 12:32 pm
Phone # for Childrens Rights for individual litigation v a Child Welfare Agency:
1.888-283-2210.
Please read the Website in its entirety b4 phoning.
F.
Comment by Fern — November 25, 2008 @ 12:37 pm
I just recently had to defend CPS charges in Maryland and was represented by Sandler Law LLC in Rockville. Rene Sandler was my attorney and did a fantastic job fighting the bureaucracy of CPS. I strongly recommend her if you need help in Maryland. The experience was very difficult, but we won!!
Comment by Joel P. — November 27, 2008 @ 7:05 am
I am looking for people to jhelp me fight cps in KY…… Who is out there? http://www.myspace.com/fightcpsnow
Comment by TK — December 3, 2008 @ 11:04 am
Kristy:
Folks in California have brought up the name of John?? Powell.
Mr. Powell obtained a large settlement for a Dad falsely accused of sex abuse.
There is also another atty in LA or Orange Co who won close to 5M for a Mom whose children were wrongfully taken. Her husband was part of this triangle, too, I believe.
This settlement was probably the largest in Calif history with DCFS, but my guess is that even though awarded, DCFS will appeal and ratchet the settlement down.
Suggest you look on the Home Page here and search for lawyers or search under Site Map for lawyers.
Also, the Chat room is open here. You need to register.
Friday night Linda ( site owner) says she tries to be on Chat Room then.
I am sure you can connect with some California residents at that time. Believe best time may be around 7PM–Calif time.
Also there is a California group under:
http://www.theacf.org
They are not attorneys, but they are residents of California Lots of good info on that site, too. Including phone #.
Not sure where the owner of that site resides, but I know that many folks on this site are from Calif.
Best Fern.
Get back here and tell us what you have done. When one person helps another, we all learn.
Comment by Fern — December 5, 2008 @ 8:23 am
Bonnie Miller is unethical and corrupt in San Mateo County
Comment by sheryl — December 10, 2008 @ 2:39 pm
Orange County/LA/Riverside/San Diego
Arthur LaCilento
714 526-0450
also
Rich Pfeiffer
sometimes the public defender is all you need if you understand the dependency system and what you need to do. For CA, read appeals cases online at http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/opinions/nonpub.htm
Comment by Leo — December 16, 2008 @ 1:24 am
Note to Sofi, Kristi, Kindness, Mercedes and Lynn… I’ve moved your comments to the Lawyer Requests page. Also Keke, your post was moved to the Guestbook page.
This page is only for Lawyers offering services, or for people to make recommendations of lawyers they know take CPS cases. Please don’t post lawyer requests here.
Comment by Linda — December 18, 2008 @ 11:18 pm
Hear is a good Attorney for Nashville and Surrouding Counties! He has Worked With The Attorney on this site that is also from Tn
Greg King
615-244-8026
530 Church St, Suite 202
Nashville, Tn
Comment by Princess Pea — December 22, 2008 @ 1:37 pm
Greg King
615-244-8026
530 Church St, Suite 202
Nashville, Tn
Comment by Princess Pea — December 22, 2008 @ 1:38 pm
need a defense lawyer in memphis a.s.a.p. please help!!!
Comment by debby martindale — December 23, 2008 @ 7:56 am
Trista Sampson in Riverview, FL
http://www.sampsonlawoffice.com/
813-480-9283
Very reasonable retaining fee.
Comment by HappyMommyx4 — December 26, 2008 @ 8:56 pm
Dr Terry Brooks Heads Ky Youth Advocates
Was able to catch 8 Ky Social Workers in Fabrications in Ky
Yet all but 4 of them are still working in the system.
If you need help call this man he works under Dr Terry Books and he may be able to help you Good Luck!
Case advocate Dewane Westmoreland/Works with Terry Brooks in Ky!
(502) 895-8167 ext 111
http://www.kyyouth.org/
11001 Bluegrass Pkwy # 100
Jeffersontown, KY 40299
(502) 895-8167 EX 113
Comment by Princess Pea — December 26, 2008 @ 9:46 pm
This man won so many cases he had his own taken from DCS. And he is a Lawer but I am sure he got them back. He helps a lot of Parrents in Ky around the Ashland Ky area!
Bishop, Robert – Bishop
Law Offices,
112 W Dixie Ave
Ashland KY
(270) 769-3865
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RIychlsKl4
Comment by Princess Pea — December 26, 2008 @ 9:48 pm
New Clip DC PS Curruption!
Why so many Families are ripped apart and Toddlers put in Foster Care! If You Dont thank this can Happen to You, then think again. Better not get any one mad at you this is how they could react By Calling DCPS! This has happened to many American allready! Information about the last two Post are in these videos just click on the link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RIychlsKl4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4viicIA_jc&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9OoWRPHs24
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeMmvq4U4aE&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcgwHa1GPF0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHw_kbsAZ6A&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAnjp7OnxNM&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lc4cAgSNkK4&feature=PlayList&p=C81451ED7975C94E&index=11
See end of this Video for Your Rights
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fcGnQFi0zg&feature=related
Comment by Princess Pea — December 26, 2008 @ 9:54 pm
Princess Pea:
Excellent information. Thank you so much on behalf of families in KY.
It sounds as if attorney Robert Bishop may be considering class actioning KY.
Linda, can you add his name to attorneys who are ACTIVELY litigating v the state of KY?
Thanks. F.
Comment by Fern — December 27, 2008 @ 7:12 am
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS:
David Beauvais ( around Oakland, CA)
won an important 9th Circuit Court appeal which ESSENTIALLY STOPS CASEWORKERS FROM REMOVING KIDS, WILLY-NILLY.
The 9th Circuit covers not just CA, but
ALASKA, ARIZONA, IDAHO, MONTANA, WASHINGTON AND OREGON.
This is an extremely important holding by the Western Appeals Court ( 2007).
Should be the subject of a front page by Linda. The 9th Circuit is the LARGEST APPEALS COURT IN THE US.
Essentially, it clariifies the terms * imminent risk*. VERY IMPORTANT FOR FOLKS LIVING IN THOSE STATES AND TERRITORIES TO BE FAMILIAR WITH.
Also view:
http://www.familyrights.us
Best. F.
Comment by Fern — December 28, 2008 @ 10:33 am
Tn
This lawer states that she has succesfuly handled a number of cases where CPS where seeking TPR’s or Termination of Perental Rights.
Does any one know if she has won apeal cases on this or not. Or won a lot?
http://www.cynthiajbohn.com/CM/FamilyLaw/Termination-Parental-Rights.asp
Comment by Princess Pea — December 28, 2008 @ 9:46 pm
Tennessee
Federal Law Suites Against DHS/CPS in Tn
http://tnmom06.wordpress.com/2008/02/11/federal-lawsuits-against-dhscps/
Maby this could help with lawers or help with cases!
Comment by Princess Pea — December 28, 2008 @ 10:20 pm
TENNESSEE
Our attorney has been WONDERFUL! He is very experienced with CPS cases both in juvenile court and in criminal court as well. I am also proud to say that he got our children back for us in a Munchausen by Proxy case. We HIGHLY recommend him! (make sure you ask for/about him exactly as I type his name… his Dad is in the firm as well)
William Phillips II
210 E Main Street
Rogersville, TN 37857
423-272-7633
Comment by Courtney — January 1, 2009 @ 8:14 pm
Are you possibly a resident of Maine?
If so, contact Mary Callahan, an RN, and author of “Memoirs of a Baby Stealer”
Featured on this site.
If not–get back to us. You know, what contact Mary Callahan, even if you do not live in Maine.
Best wishes–Fern.
Comment by Fern — January 2, 2009 @ 6:59 am
A good lawyer in Michigan is Janet Fredrick, as of 01-20-09 she is suppose to be one of the best. I know I’m going to give her a call. She even offers advice. She is author of THE FIA GAME. which is a must read. If anyone know of anyone else email us at:ajnelson@fmtcs.com.
Comment by Annette — January 20, 2009 @ 12:39 am
If you need an attorney, please do not tell us about it in the comments to this page as I will have to delete those comments. This comment listing should create a page with lots of attorney names for referrals only.
Attorney requests go here.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — January 25, 2009 @ 10:52 pm
Recommended for Southern California: Arthur La Cilento, attorney.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — February 6, 2009 @ 5:53 am
Connecticut: Atty. Mike Agranoff, Ellington, CT
Comment by LindaJoMartin — February 9, 2009 @ 5:14 am
Kansas City Attorney
Comment by Craig — February 11, 2009 @ 3:36 pm
I am seeking an attorney to defend me against false allegations in Rochester, New York which have ruin my ability to obtain employment. My children and I were involved in ONE incident because on my ex-alcohol and drug addictetd husband, which grew to have a life of its own. Does anyone know of a reputable attorney, so I can clear my name.
Comment by Davida Conover — February 15, 2009 @ 4:44 am
For Craig:
I do not believe Linda has listed a KS atty.
However, contact:
http://www.citizens-for-change.org In Wichita.
Possibly they can refer you.
Also, read the Front Page Story on this site’s Home Page which talks about KS.
There’s about 15 comments—
Comment by Fern — February 15, 2009 @ 11:28 am
my womans daughter stays in trouble with cps,but always files claims againist us for her buffoon actions. this happens nearly once a year. she came to our home drunk as a skunk,cussed every1 out and was arrested. now my kids are taken because she told cps i sexual abused my kids along with her mother my girlfriend. i am sick of this woman and cps. any advice any1?
Comment by steve — February 16, 2009 @ 6:06 pm
Rene Sandler in Maryland handled a CPS case for my family and was fantastic. I strongly recommend her legal services.
Comment by Elaine Peters — February 17, 2009 @ 4:12 am
Ed Bull, Des Moines, Iowa accepts DHS cases, in central iowa. 515-244-9200.
108 Third, Suite 300, Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Comment by Ed — February 19, 2009 @ 4:36 pm
My daughter and fiancee need lawyer to help get kids back. They do not have a lot of disposable income and can’t afford thousands of dollars. We are in Massachusetts. Please help and God Bless you for doing so.
Comment by Cynthia Seder — February 22, 2009 @ 6:33 am
My rights have been violated and I want to bring a lawsuit against CPS for taking my children from me without any evidence or probable cause to do so.
Comment by Wendy — February 22, 2009 @ 9:25 am
I’m from Butte Couny, California. What do I do if this whole county is corrupt? Where do I go for getting someone to take a CPS case? Help!
Comment by DINELL — February 22, 2009 @ 11:27 pm
Butte County, California
Comment by DINELL — February 22, 2009 @ 11:28 pm
CALIFORNIA:
Listen up:
Linda has links to 150 attorneys on this site.
Check at top of Home Page.
California has more atty listings than any other state.
Beauvais in or around Oakland is one.
Consult also,
http://www.theacf.org
Not an attorney, can advise.
Good luck.
Comment by Fern — February 23, 2009 @ 5:56 am
i need a layer that will defend me not look at me as a statistic.. and help me gain back my child and my happiness, they are destroying us and i need help
Comment by andrea scott — February 23, 2009 @ 12:59 pm
arizona ,phoenix
Comment by andrea scott — February 23, 2009 @ 12:59 pm
While Melanie Snider of
Sacramento took from me nearly five thous. and did absolutely nothing,which buried me and my daughters six feet deep in CPS cementary ,one Patrick Keene of Jacson,CA propably in fact saved our lives (and others peoples!) by inching the case back to the truth . He is at 209 - 223 - 0223 .
One day we will package all those CPS alliens in cardboard boxes and ship them back where they leaked from .
Comment by Milos Leubner — February 26, 2009 @ 12:36 am
I need help finding a lawyer who can help me figure out if DYFS did something wrong on my ongoing case of over a year. It would really help cause I think they forgot to do something really important, I live in NJ and really need to consult a lawyer I can be reached at MissynJay62803@aol.com, I appericate sites like theses so I can ask for help . If anyone knows a lawyer who can help me please let me know. Thanks…..
Comment by Melissa — February 26, 2009 @ 9:14 pm
Texas residents - Houston area.
FWD message:
Attorney who practices in TX has written this DFPS piece:
http://familyrightsassociation.com/bin/white_papers-articles/representing_parents_in_cps_cases.html
Comment by Fern — February 28, 2009 @ 1:05 pm
My court appointed lawyer never returns calls or does anything I need to hire a lawyer in philadelphia Asap I am a manager and a Guardian angel . My children were taken because of lies and I have the proof but my court date is March 26 .
Comment by Deborah Young — March 4, 2009 @ 1:52 am
I can be reached at 2676166095
Comment by Deborah Young — March 4, 2009 @ 1:54 am
I recently spoke with this law firm as a consult. The lawyer I spoke to was Carol Soberquist.
We’re in the Phoenix Metro area in Arizona.
If anyone else in Arizona needs help fighting against CPS, I would recommend giving these people a call. They were quite helpful:
http://www.nrglaw.net/
They are, technically, divorce attorneys, but they also work with CPS cases.
Good luck to anyone going through this. This was my first time encountering CPS. I had no idea what a frightening bunch they were. I an horrified by the amount of power their weild.
Comment by Charlene — March 4, 2009 @ 7:05 am
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS, CALIF, CA:
http://mensnewsdaily.com/glennsacks/2009/03/01/the-chil
d-welfare-industry-taking-kids-from-parents/
Robert Franklin, Esq. ( possibly in SD county)
Remember, Calif recently awarded LARGE SETTLEMENT to a Dad when CPS DID NOT PLACE HIS CHILD WITH HIM. California kept the girl in FC for about 14 years.
Large settlement to Dad. Maybe the child, also who was NEGLIGENTLY PLACED IN FOSTER CARE, EVEN WHEN SHE HAD A CONCERNED, INVOLVED, FIT FATHER.
Comment by Fern — March 5, 2009 @ 6:44 am
To ALL; LIST OF LAW SCHOOL CLINICS
Forwarded from the ABA:
ABA Center on Children and the Law
ABA Center on Children and the Law
LINKS OF INTEREST TO CHILD ADVOCATES
We’ve done a lot of Web-surfing lately to find links that may be of interest to those who are lawyers for children, guardians ad litem, judges, juvenile/family court system personnel, and other child advocates. Please give us feedback on these links, and — most importantly — let us know about other Web sites you find that we should be posting to our site.davidsonha@staff.abanet.org
National Directory of Children’s Ombudsman Programs
Throughout the country, government programs have been created to receive and investigate complaints about services to children and families. Some of these programs are called “children’s ombudsman” offices, others “child advocate” offices, or they may have other names. Most are independent from the children’s services delivery agencies, but some are housed within them. The above link is for a directory of over 25 such programs, developed and maintained by Laureen D’Ambra, head of Rhode Island’s Office of the Child Advocate (a model for several similar programs in other states). Persons interested in the child ombudsmen issue should also know that our Center published, in 1993, a book entitled “Establishing Ombudsman Programs for Children and Youth” (for information on how to obtain this, call 202/662-1743).
Children’s Law Centers, Statewide Legal Advocacy/Support Programs, and Law School Programs
Barton Child Law and Policy Clinic, Emory University School of Law (GA)
CA Center for Families, Children & the Courts
Center for Children, Families, and the Law, Hofstra University School of Law
Center for Children’s Rights, Drake Law School
Center for Children’s Rights, Whittier Law School
Child and Family Justice Center, Northwestern Law School
Child and Family Law Center, Loyola Law School, Chicago
Child Welfare Law Program, Univ. of MI Law School
Children and Family Law Center, Washburn University School of Law
Children’s Advocacy Institute, CA
Children’s Law Center of CT
Children’s Law Center of DC
Children’s Law Center of KY
Children’s Law Center of Los Angeles
Children’s Law Center of MA
Children’s Law Center of MN
Children’s Law Center of NM
Children’s Law Office of SC
Family and Children’s Law Center, Harvard Law School
Florida Guardian Ad Litem Program
Florida’s Children First
Juvenile Law Center (PA)
Juvenile Rights Project (OR)
KidsCounsel, Univ. of CT Law School
Kids Legal Aid of Maine
KidsVoice (Pittsburgh)
Lawyers for Children (New York City)
Legal Services for Children, San Francisco
MA Committee for Public Counsel Services, Children and Family Law Program
Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center (CO)
Support Center for Child Advocates (Philadelphia)
Texas Lawyers for Children
Later in this page, you’ll find a few separate listings for several programs listed above, but we wanted to have on one list those programs we know of that have websites for your perusal. To be included on this list of links, a program must either be a legal advocacy program for children (state or local), a court or government-affiliated program supporting children’s lawyers, or a law school student activity program (typically a clinicial experience opportunity) focusing on child welfare. If we’ve left your program’s website off this list, e-mail us and we’ll update this list.
Linda- please consider this as a FRONT PAGE STORY.
Thanks. F.
Comment by Fern — March 5, 2009 @ 7:04 am
TO ALL LAWYERS IN THE US:
New Federal Law, signed by Bush, October,2008
“Fostering connections to success and increasing adoptions”
See Section 103
NOTIFICATION OF RELATIVES:
CPS, in each state, must exercise due diligence in locating relatives to family members where children HAVE BEEN REMOVED BY CPS.
Now, states have known about provisions of this law for months.
Any opportunity for class actions by attorneys to sue CPS within the states?
What about it, Esquires?
How about you do it for the $$$$$$ ?
Kin, how about you? Are you advising your attorneys about these changes to Federal Law, already enacted?
Comment by Fern — March 11, 2009 @ 7:38 am
My mother obtained custody of my daughter back in 1999 cause she used the fact that I had a 5th grade reading level at that time plus she has the tentacy to pretend that she is someone else to get appointments and that is what she did to me in order to get custody of my daughter. My husband and I have been fighting for custody of our 9 year old daughter for 9 years and have gotten nowhere. Back on October 7, 1999 the judge took our daughter from my mother and placed her in fostercare due to my mother haveing 17 accounts of child abuse on her dated back since 1981 and then on December 1st, 1999 the Judge placed my daughter back into my mother’s care without proveing anything wrong with myself or my husband. We have had custody of our son (Alexander) since the day he was born and he is 5 years old now and we have a 11 month old son now that was just born on 8-9-2007 of
last year and have had custody of him as well since the day of his birth. I had a childproventive worker volentarly involved for a year and a half back in 2003 and she has went to court with us 2 different times on our behalf and also wrote a statement out to the judge and was ignored by the judge. We also had an attorney involved that has told us that they have not had a ligitament reason to with hold custody of our daughter from us. We have also had attorney’s that has not or have tryed to look at the records from Oswego County D.S.S. and Oswego County Family Court and has been denied of getting copies of the records regarding our case. The Assmblyman (William Barclay)’s office tryed to get the records also so they could investigate the case and has been denied the records in order for them
to investigate the case for wrong doings that Oswego County D.S.S. and Oswego County Family Court has done to us. We need to get all of the records regarding our case so we can put an end to all of this corruption. Could you please help us show that no one is above the law. I am looking forward to hearing from you on this matter. We asked several times for a trial and has been denied repeatedly.
Comment by Mindy Howard — March 13, 2009 @ 8:53 am
CALIFORNIA:
You can sue and win for damages to you suffered while you were in FC. ( Foster care)
Read this Q & A.
Keane Law Firm, SF
http://www.keanelaw.com/faqs/can-a-foster-child-sue-for-injuries-suffered-while-in-foster-care-in-california.cfm
Comment by Fern — March 16, 2009 @ 7:32 am
im confused. some have advised to get an idependent lawyer and some have advised to stick with court appointed because the courts see it as an inconvenient challenge to accomodate an independent attorney. would the judge rule more harshly against me if i retain new counsel and disrupt their way of doing things?
Comment by Bleu — March 20, 2009 @ 6:41 pm
We don’t do dependency defense at the moment. We only handle the civil rights lawsuit that naturally follows once you get cut loose from dependency court. However, if you are in California, we do know a lot of CPS defense attorneys and can help you find one.
Comment by Shawn McMillan — March 20, 2009 @ 11:00 pm
i need to know how to get my children OUT of the foster care in NC. I want custody of my children.
Comment by Adrienne Ezell — March 21, 2009 @ 1:04 pm
i need to know how to get my children OUT of the foster care in NC.
Comment by Adrienne Ezell — March 21, 2009 @ 1:05 pm
i want my kids
Comment by Adrienne Ezell — March 21, 2009 @ 1:05 pm
Adrienne, to get your children back, start reading everything on this site especially the legal document library… write your own documents to take to court! Make Your Court Appointed Lawyer Work for YOU
I’m sorry to say, you posted this on the wrong page and soon I’ll have to delete your post because this page is for listing lawyers who represent CPS clients. The page you can post to (requesting a lawyer) is here: CPS Lawyers Needed… but if you have a court appointed lawyer, I’d try to get that person to work for you first, before trying to hire someone else. Or if you just want to network with others and get feedback on your case, please register at our FightCPS Message Board Forum where there are some very savvy advocates that might help you on the long road to securing your children’s freedom.
Keep in mind that most people using this site are not lawyers - and I (site owner) am not a lawyer… so you will get support, feedback, and ideas here but not actual legal advice.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — March 21, 2009 @ 2:37 pm
Shawn,
Congrats!!!!
Comment by MaggieC — March 21, 2009 @ 3:01 pm
To: FEM
I click on “Home”, from there, I look for “Lawyers List”, and can’t find it. There are some CA lawyers scattered on “Lawyers[who take CPS cases]“, but only see one(1) in San Bernardino County. I need more referrals. My kids are rotting away in foster care. Where are all the San Bernardino County, CA lawyers?
Comment by Bleu — March 21, 2009 @ 7:17 pm
CALIFORNIA MAJOR WIN THIS MONTH.
March 2009
200 K to Grandparents for DHS seizing kids w/o warrant.
See:
http://familyrights.us/news/archive/2009/march/marshall_v_la.html
Mc Millan law firm ( LA? SF? There are also attys affiliated with him mentioned on the PR sites)
Comment by Fern — March 22, 2009 @ 12:14 pm
refer me to atty in southern colorado, ro give advice, since CPS will not let me see my duaghter, when the X was the one who had custody and abused her.
Comment by Lynn — March 23, 2009 @ 6:33 pm
I’AM LOOKING FOR A LAWYER TO HELP ME FIGHT CPS FALSE ALEGATIONS. I’VE HAD CPS IN MY LIFE FOR 3 YEARS. NOW CPS IS TAKING MY SISTER TO COURT THIS FRIDAY TO KEEP HER & HER KIDS AWAY FROM ME WE ALL LIVE TOGETHER WE BOTH NEED HELP
Comment by Yesenia Redman — March 25, 2009 @ 5:08 pm
i am a single mother looking for a new lawyer that will repasent me and my family as my lawyer i have now stinks at his job i need a lawyer in maine in the portland area to help me please contact me asap thank you ever so much
Comment by desireah — March 28, 2009 @ 7:11 am
blue, this is simple, that is depends on how good is your new attorney.
Comment by Sam — March 28, 2009 @ 9:55 pm
CPS took my kids based on a potential of i don’t know what . Please help me 281.719.5178
Comment by Alexandra Shipula — March 29, 2009 @ 12:35 pm
Help!
Canton, Ohio
Stark county of Job and family services.
3rd trial? and they’re going to take the children.
It’s a bunch of lies and exagerations.
Thanks
Comment by Anna — March 30, 2009 @ 11:30 am
David Beauvais
1904 Franklin Street, Suite 800
Oakland, CA 94612
Comment by Gerald — April 5, 2009 @ 12:46 am
OREGON & 9th Circuit Appeals Court states:
Including WA, CA
Appeals Court attorneys based in OREGON.
http://www.morelaw.com/verdicts/case.asp?n=02-35260&s=OR&d=29153
GREG KAFOURY and associates.
Comment by fern — April 6, 2009 @ 5:31 am
Arthur J. LaCilento (714) 526-0450
CA Counties: Orange, L.A., Riverside, San Bernardino
A mastermind against CPS! Hint: Follow his advice. He is a brilliant fighter.
Comment by Bleu Maraquin — April 8, 2009 @ 8:32 pm
help me please.i did ever thing the bcw told me to do.went to court got appoved for visitor in home and 2 hours extend =4 hours Even before this, Feb.2009 the casemanger told me that the father was going to have my son and that they don’t want my son to get confuse.The BCW has stated that once i pass the safty home inspection i could have home visits. the home pass the safety inspection, went to court for a plan.Which included home visits and extend visit.The following visits came up and my casemanger told me that the visits were not going to happen in the home.I have no clue why they changed their mind.I was very upset and said that they can’t be lying like that,and we went to court and everybody agree.How could the BCW change what the court stated when we went to court for a permant plan.The commissor asked if everyone is in aggreement of the following perment plan and home visit with extend visits.After they told me that this is not going to happen I could’nt understand what changed? On the day of my visit,my car shut off.I was going to be late and they would canceled my visit after 15 minutes.I called my parent assitant to let her know that my car broke down and I’m going to be late.This was the day of the home visit to start,but for some reason it didn’t.SO I said that we go to court for grants,permission,the okay,solve problems.And that the BCW is going to pull the same stunt on some else,that,that person and other people are going to take their own problems in their own handles and get a 9 milameter.We go to court for justice for all.Now the BCW is saying I was going to do that to the casemanger and the DA. I would not say that at all, I’m not that type of person,plus it’s been 20 months for this case.I read that you have like 22 months before they are in the adoption.I’m a victium of the BCW and my children.
Comment by rosa deleon — April 9, 2009 @ 9:36 am
i am looking for a lawyer in Maine that can help me with an appeals to the supreme court on an appeal of a T.P.R. and i need a lawyer to help me fight for my daughter whom DHHS is trying to T.P.R. me from her as well, my family has been wronged and thrown under the bus and i should not be losing my children to the state DHHS lied to the court and has other services lie for them so they would not have to give me my children back and now i have my oldest two going through adoption proceedings when i have stablized my life to have my children home i look forward to some one helping me and my children in this unfair fight againts DHHS in Maine PLEASE HELP ME AND MY BABIES thank you….
1 207 756 4138
h_k_s_j_mommy at yahoo.com
desireah davis
Comment by desireah — April 15, 2009 @ 6:51 am
I am a single father in Salt Lake City Utah and need some help! My child was taken on a false accusation against me for sexual abuse which was unsubstantiated, yet DCFS, during there ongoing investigation, has dropped the sexual abuse and tagged me with physical abuse charge instead. My daughter has been traumitized by this event and she needs someone to stand up for her as well.
Comment by Lony — April 20, 2009 @ 11:00 am
I used Rene Sandler at Sandler Law in Rockville, MD for a CPS case and she was incredible. She fought hard for me and my children. I was able to get my kids back and am now in a position to get my life back. Her number is 301-610-9797. Rene Sandler is the best.
Comment by Jenny J — April 22, 2009 @ 2:51 am
I need a cps defense lawyer. CPS is making me drug test by a male and he watches me through a glass window. Is this legal?
Comment by Cassidy — April 23, 2009 @ 6:38 pm
I live in Oakland, California
Comment by Cassidy — April 23, 2009 @ 6:39 pm
If you are in the South Central Kentucky area ie Bowling Green, KY area. We recommend Jim Jones 1-270-796-2060.
Comment by Cudhubh — April 24, 2009 @ 10:51 am
ATTENTION CALIFORNIA PARENTS!!!
Not all CPS attorneys are good. This is a warning to NOT use the services of RICH PFEIFFER (Remember this name!) in the (714) area code. He is nothing more than a CPS groupie, and will take what is otherwise a good defense, negotiate until all substance is gone and he essentially wraps up the case with a bow and hands it to CPS as an early Christmas present. If you retain RICH PFEIFFER, you will end up with thoughts to shout, “Ineffective Assistance of Counsel,” then you will look for a competent attorney to clean up the mess, but it might be too late. Your precious children don’t stand a chance with RICH PFEIFFER. California families, please heed this warning!
Comment by Jeanie — April 27, 2009 @ 3:59 pm
Just wanted to pass along the name of a great attorney who specializes in CPS matters. Rene Sandler in Maryland fought hard for me and obtained a fantastic result. Rene Sandler is a strong advocate and I recommend her highly.
Comment by Ross G. — April 28, 2009 @ 6:22 pm
I need a good attorney to represent me in Dallas, Tx for an appeal on a reason to believe verdict
9728410844 is my number, i need someone by the 13th of May 2009
Comment by S.Palmer — April 29, 2009 @ 9:37 pm
Princess Pea, I’m in the Ashland area and can’t find Robert Bishop…I couldn’t even find the address on the map. Does he have a local number in the 606 area code? Thanks.
Comment by Lisa Warmbrodt — May 2, 2009 @ 4:23 pm
Steve Newport of Davenport, Ia. Has been a Godsend! He has gotten us this far, and hopefully he will bring my girls home!
Comment by mpo2624 — May 3, 2009 @ 1:49 pm
Bishop, Robert - Bishop Law Offices, (270) 351-1500, 112 W Dixie Ave, …..
Comment by Princess Pea — May 7, 2009 @ 8:16 am
Works Well with Sumner County Tn
Atty John Michael Thompson
1720 Parkway Towers
Nashville, TN 37201
(615) 244-0554
Reputation of Many Court Successes in SUmner County tn
Comment by Miss B — May 7, 2009 @ 8:22 am
Thomas Sanders. Works ALL of Texas. Only kind of work he does is fighting for families against CPS. This man is incredible. He worked his you-know-what off for our family. All of my children are home and safe now and these crazy people from Childern’s Services were trying to TERMINATE our parental rights. He even got the CPS supervisor, CASA supervisor and attorney ad litem to admit our children were NEVER abused or neglected under our care!! His number is 281-242-9700.
Comment by Amy — May 9, 2009 @ 5:20 am
For those falsely accused of child sexual abuse: False Abuse - lawyer referrals nationwide.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — May 10, 2009 @ 9:42 am
Though my web site does not indicate it, a large percentage of my practice involves dependency cases. In Cal. in general, especially when young children are involved, parents need good representation and communication with their attorney from day one after a petition is filed. I appreciate any referrals from your site.
Comment by Larry Dawson Attorney At Law — May 11, 2009 @ 6:02 pm
My kids were wrongfully taken from me and I am in need of a lawyer who can help me fight to get them back. I have been wrongfully accused by CPS and when asked why would you file something without verifying, I was told by the worker, I did not write the order I only wrote the last page. I thought people are suppose to verify evidents before making a final decision on anything and she claim we can straighten it out in court. I want to get my kids back to me and sue them for negligence, hardship plus more and get my life with my kids back. Virginia Beach, VA. Please help.
Comment by Ann — May 12, 2009 @ 11:31 am
I need a good attorney that will take our case by 28 of May 2009, this is when our parental right are termated and we had no lawyer when all of this has started, we been denided a attorney from the start an we call everybody that we can think of from Legal Aid to ACLU. We live in Texas and we need the help bad. Please help us……. Lena Pivonka Texas
Comment by James & Lena Pivonka — May 13, 2009 @ 6:14 am
I am looking for a lawyer in Lancaster Pennsylvania area
Comment by DAVID — May 15, 2009 @ 4:54 pm
MY EX-HUSBAND … DRUGGED RAPED OUR CHILDREN AND ME TORE UP OUR HOMES FORGED MY SIGNATURE DAMAGED MY NECK AND SPINE HAD OUR CHILDREN UNJUSTLY TAKEN BY HIS FRIENDS IN THE SYSTEM 2 DAYS BEFORE COURT ORDERED SUPPORT WAS DUE THAT I NEVER RECEIVED KILLED 2 OF OUR BABIES AND ANIMALS AND MORE WE NEED HELP I HAVE NOT SEEN MY CHILDREN.
Comment by ADRIENNE — May 18, 2009 @ 8:49 am
Im looking for a lawer in las vegas my best friend has been falsley accused of lewdness with a minor.lost her children and has been sitting in county jail sence nov 2007 with a court date sept 09. using a public defender. she needs help!
Comment by michelle — May 18, 2009 @ 6:41 pm
I AM LOOKING FOR A PROBONO LAWYER IN GEORGIA TO TAKE ON A CASE OF A NOTARY IN THE JUVENILE OFFICE OF CLERK OF COURT AND A PUTITIVE MOTHER IN LAW WHO FILED UNDER THE SONS NAME A DEPRIVATIOIN PETITION ILLEGALLY IN FRONT OF A NOTARY IN THAT COURT. MIDDLE GEORGIA AREA ddiamonddoll66@bellsouth.net
Comment by I AM LOOKING FOR A PROBONO LAWYER IN GEORGIA TO TAKE ON A CAS — May 19, 2009 @ 11:53 pm
I AM LOOKING FOR A LAWYER WHO ISNT SCARED TO SUE C.P.A. OF PASCO COUNTY FL, FOR TAKING MY CHILDREN OF FALSE ALLIGATIONS THAT I CAN AND ALREADY PROVED,I CURRENTLY HANE A LAWYER ON THE DEPPENDENCY CASE, THE CASE STARTED WHEN MY EX, AND HER SISTER GOT INTO A ARGUMENT OUT SIDE MY HOUSE,TWO DAYS LATER C.P.A. CAME OVER AND SAID IT WASNT A SAFE ENVIROMENT FOR THE TWO CHILDREN, THEY ASKED ME TO JUMP THREW ALL THESE HOPES BEFORE I GET MY KIDS BACK, THERE USING MY CHILDREN AS PAWNS, BUT I DID WHAT THEY ASKED, STARTED A 12 WEEK PARENTING CLASS, STARTED A 12 WEEK CO/DEPENDENCY CLASS, HAD A SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL EVAL DONE BOTH CAME BACK SAYING NO TREATMENT, AND TAKE RANDOM URINE SCREENS, BUT THERE STILL GIVING ME A HARD TIME, EVEN THOUGH THEY TOOK THE CHILDREN WITH OUT EVEN INVESTAGATEING ME OR EVEN TAKING TEN MINUTES TO TALK TO ME ABOUT THE INSADENT THAT HAPPENED BETWEEN MY EX AND HER SISTER,, JOE HERRMANN, 727 364 1110 JOEHERRMANN23 at YAHOO.COM
Comment by joe herrmann — May 22, 2009 @ 11:55 am
Just a friendly reminder that THIS is NOT the place to request a lawyer or TELL your story. PLEASE. Doing so really clogs up the posts when others are simply looking for ATTORNEYS. There is a LINK at the top of this page on the RIGHT which reads, “REQUESTS FOR CPS DEFENSE LAWYERS.” THAT is where you would post your STORY and PLEAS for help. Then you can state WHO you are, WHAT happened to your children, WHERE, WHEN and WHY it happened, and this INFORMATION will be VIEWED and SCREENED by LAWYERS or others who know lawyers in your AREA. And, this is the BEST way to get a RESPONSE! BLESSINGS to all.
Comment by Barb Jensip — May 23, 2009 @ 12:31 am
Need a PSYCH EVAL for court in SOCAL?
Don’t wait for a Juvenile Dependency judge to order a 730 evaluation, because then you’ll be stuck with a court appointed evaluator, and they are always biased for the county.
Your best bet is to pay for your own evaluation on a confidential basis (Don’t tell ANYONE!), and if it turns out favorable, you use it. If not, you trash it. Clearly explain to your evaluator that the report of findings should be furnished directly to you for you to share with your lawyer in determining its value.
In SOCAL, an excellent evaluator is DR. MICHAEL KANIA, (909) 748-0103. He is fair and realistic. He doesn’t dig for anomalies in your personality. He simply attempts to understand what brought you to the point you’re at in dealing with CPS and the Courts. His reports are even-handed and objective, a trait the Court’s tend to respect and lend credence to within the process. He is a credible examiner and witness serving San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange and Los Angeles counties.
Comment by Candie — May 23, 2009 @ 12:46 am
TEXAS ( list of attys and Websites)
Texas residents should contact the Gates family for guidance as to some good TX attys.
His Website:
http://www.txcfr.org Texas Center for Family Rights.
Phone # on site.
Also read this news story published May 20, 09
http://www.statesman.com/news/content/news/stories/local/05/21/0521stripsearch.html
Austin area attorney- Wade Jeffries.
Call up Alex Jones for other TX and attys and check out his videos on YouTube.
Search under Alex Jones and DFPS. He is an Austin, TX area broadcaster.
I would say call him, too, if you have a TX horror story. Be careful, too, publicity might anger CPS.
Also in TX— Paul Stuckle. A long time atty who handles CPS cases.
Remember anyone living around FLDS ranch.
Take a look at court pleadings for attys who handled FLDS cases.
Join the Message Boards here. Registration required. For addtl info on folks IN YOUR STATE AND THE ATTYS WHO HAVE HELPED THEM.
Comment by fern — May 23, 2009 @ 2:14 am
My granddaughter was given major surgery (had tonsils and adenoids removed) while in foster care, without my daughter’ knowledge.
Comment by Kathy Pickenpaugh — May 25, 2009 @ 3:28 am
Kathy:
I hope your daughter reads the list above and finds an atty for her state.
( Not an atty) but she may have grounds for litigation.
Much depends on how the laws are written in your state.
You or she need to join the Message Board here. Need to register. May take 2-3 days.
You should NOT post here again. This area of the site is stictly for attorneys or citizens who are posting the names of reliable, effective lawyers.
If you or she join the Message Boards you will receive further guidance.
Again, you must post your state if you wish an atty to help your or family.
Best. F.
Comment by fern — May 27, 2009 @ 3:45 am
Inland Empire, California attorney. 20 years practicing in the local courts. A full service law firm handling CPS cases with aggressive representation.
Free consultation available (951) 352-8700
Comment by Richard K. Isles, Attorney — May 27, 2009 @ 11:11 am
DO NOT USE Jennifer Ani Attorney in Marin County, CA ; practices in Sonoma County
She intentionally submitted the writ for my sisters case 5 days late after telling us she had a 5 extension. Today we called appellate court and were told that they do not give extensions to anyone and my sisters case is being closed.
We are beginning the process of working to have her disbarred.
If you have any information that could help — referral to anyone that can help with our situation.
Thank you
Comment by Nicole Hindmon — May 27, 2009 @ 8:47 pm
I just wanted to pass on the name of an attorney Rene Sandler at Sandler Law LLC in Maryland if you need a great, smart lawyer on your side. She practices in MD, but may be able to help outside MD. She was fantastic and we got the result we deserved! I strongly recommend her.
Comment by Grayson SImms — May 30, 2009 @ 2:26 am
We urge parents who need assistance to contact us through the website for state level assistance all the to civil rights litigation assistance.
We specialize in CPS cases.
God Bless!
Comment by Desere Howard — June 1, 2009 @ 6:12 am
http://www.cpswatchlegateam.com
772-293-9632 (Stuart/ National office)
772-382-6188 (fax)
863-688-0400 (Lead Counsel Phillip Kuhn)
386-212-3591 (Senior Counsel Joe Quick)
email:
cheryl at cpswatchlegalteam.com
desere at cpswatchlegalteam.com
Comment by Desere Howard — June 1, 2009 @ 6:27 am
I need an attorney who is willing to sue CPS. I have a great case… Just very little money for an attorney.. Our time is running out… CPS hid and almost killed my granddaughter.. State attorney and CPS flat out lied to the Judge, I have the proof and filed a report against the state attorney.. Boy, were we punished for that one.. We also sued the caller and won, the case was on the news and the final outcome after a little over a year was…….. accusations were unfounded…
Comment by Diando — June 4, 2009 @ 3:31 pm
Oh, by the way, I’m in Texas
Comment by Diando — June 4, 2009 @ 3:32 pm
I felt compelled to correct a lawyer who has been posted as a good council. On December 4 2007 a lina seitz said that Nicole Anderson takes CPS cases. PLEASE take this comment down she is a friend of Nicole Anderson and Nicole is known for exparting parents without notice. She works closely with CPS handpicking CPS workers to go into the home and threaten kids with removal from the home. She does NOT care about the safety of childern she has contempt. Please do not mislead your bloggers into thinking she is a good attorney. THis is from personal expierence. Please remove the post
Comment by LOVE THE TRUTH — June 7, 2009 @ 5:33 pm
DIANDO-
Please scroll up and read the following post. Thanks!
“Comment by Barb Jensip — May 23, 2009 @ 12:31 am”
Comment by Barb Jensip — June 12, 2009 @ 4:17 pm
Thank you to everyone who keeps the following page instructions in mind. God Bless!
P.S. - This is NOT the post to make attorney requests on. This post should have comments with attorney referrals only. If you need an attorney, please do not tell us about it in the comments to this post as I will have to delete those comments. This post should create a page with lots of attorney names for referrals only.
Comment by Barb Jensip — June 12, 2009 @ 4:21 pm
I am looking for a lawyer who will fight CPS here in Arizona. My wifes ex-boyfriend gave cps their last born child because he didnt want her to have the child, he has used cps to his advantage, we have done everything cps has asked of us and they still want more, it seems that her ex is always watching everything we do and, then reports it to cps.
I am worried about my wife and, the mental issues that are breaking her down, we are also having a baby and, now cps is trying to take that child from us and, we cant take it any longer, we need help soon, we live in Arizona, cps and her ex have done nothing but destroy our life and marriage, i am afraid that i will loose my unborn child because of this mess, please help. We also have a order of protection out on her ex who has kidnapped, my wife and has threatened to kill her and myself in front of the youngest child…. PLEASE HELP.
Comment by Mrs. Latorri — June 15, 2009 @ 11:55 am
I have a case that I believe is of Public Interest and am in need of an attorney to file appeals in the District COurt in Washington, DC. The case involves termination of parental rights and adoption. I can be reached @ 302-735-3487 or 302-670-7940 or 302-747-0971. Thank-You & please keep me and my family in prayer.
Comment by Theresa Williams — June 17, 2009 @ 4:55 am
hi, my name is amber stone and i have two small children that were just taken today by CPS. the are making false alligations against me and my boyfriend because of roamers that go aroung the little town we live in at the moment. they took my kids for no reason and i need a attorney to help me get my kids back on monday morning. this isnt the first time they have messed with my family. they already have my oldest son and now they have pulled my two little ones for nothing. they have no proof of anything. please contact me a.s.a.p. at 509 876 6219. please help me to get my kids from cps or please tell me how to fight them…
Comment by amber stone — June 18, 2009 @ 6:04 pm
Amber, when you go to court an attorney will most likely be appointed, but you’ll still have better odds of getting your children back if you learn to defend yourself using information on this site and others like it.
You can contact Washington activist groups: Washington Families United and Washington State Extended Families (Jan Smith) . . . and also a state senator, Pam Roach… who writes about CPS on her blog: The Pam Roach Report - all these are great activists in the fight against CPS injustice in Washington.
1. Keep a notebook journal of everything that happens
2. Register at the message board for feedback on your case
3. Be prepared to write out your side of the story in legal documents… see the document library on this site for help writing an affidavit.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — June 19, 2009 @ 1:05 am
Isn`t there any lawyers in Michigan who are not afraid to go up against cps…..I need a lawyer NOW and I can not find anyone to help me.
Comment by Stacy Weiss — June 22, 2009 @ 8:35 am
Stacy - try Janet Frederick Wilson. If she can’t help you, ask for a referral.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — June 22, 2009 @ 8:50 am
I am in desperate need of a CPS lawyer in Texas because I had a run-in with CPS and my kids were forced to stay with my mom and her husband. And now by the looks of it, my mom is going to refuse to give the kids back no matter what I’ve done to get custody of them again. Myself and my husband are trying really hard to jump through these hoops and I’ve recently learned that my mom has slandered both myself and my husband behind our backs to my other family members. So if anyone knows of a good CPS lawyer, please feel free to send me a name and number. My email is hotmommy242004 at yahoo.com
Comment by J.Futral — June 29, 2009 @ 6:36 pm
PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME!!! I am despreate to find a attorney in the state of Oregon to file a lawsuit against the child welfare system here!!! Please someone answer.
Comment by Jessica briggs — July 5, 2009 @ 1:33 pm
Jessica, maybe the people at Oregon Family Rights can help you locate and attorney.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — July 5, 2009 @ 9:10 pm
i am in desperate need of a pro bono or extremely reasonable attorney in cincinnati, ohio to help me defeat cps and get my dtr home before it’s too late. i am also in need of an attorney to help me file a federal lawsuit against ham. co., cincinnati, ohio cps for numerous civil and constitutional rights violations made against me and my family. PLEASE HELP MY DTRS. LIFE IS ON THE LINE. thx u can reach me at angela 513 389 8891
Comment by angela spiller — July 7, 2009 @ 7:08 pm
We need an atty near Daytona for a cps case
Comment by Wynette — July 10, 2009 @ 11:35 am
Wynette, I checked Google and found Stephen Miller in Gainesville (he lists a Daytona Beach phone number on his site) and Dulce Fazel in Jacksonville. I don’t know anything about them except what they put on their websites, and both apparently take DCF cases.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — July 11, 2009 @ 4:52 am
Florida :
Barry University has a legal clinic which helps families with DCF cases.
Give them a call. If they are not close to you, ask for a FL referral.
Story about DCF and Legal Clinic posted 7-12-09
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/orl-florida-child-welfare-workers-lied-071209,0,3634483.story
Join the Message Forum here. May take 2-3 days to be approved. Network directly with fellow Floridians.
Best. F.
Comment by fern — July 13, 2009 @ 6:47 am
need an attorney for my grandchildren in NH.dcyf has made it impossible with all there harrassment for me to keep these 3 innocent children.DCYF has repeatedly with removing the children if I dont do what they tell me in regards to the children.They are making decisions without considering the long term affect on them.HELP THE CHILDREN(why should they suffer more at the hands of DCYF WORKERS?I have already been scolded for another comment about DCYF!!!!
Comment by DISTRAUGHT GRANDMA — July 13, 2009 @ 8:36 am
Begging for help ASAP, in New Jersey, to sue various state agencies. Case may be worth a few hundred thousand. Please, respond to [for security purposes this email address is backwords], moc.loa@PumenikcoL
Comment by GeEeDe — July 13, 2009 @ 2:55 pm
GeEeDe - check out the database of cases at the court you want to sue at . . . that could be the county court or the nearest federal court. Find cases filed against CPS. Ask to look at them. Look for the names of the lawyers who have filed against CPS in the past.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — July 13, 2009 @ 9:58 pm
Help! It’s been 4 solid years. NV courts are bias, and I cannot win my handicapped daughters case by myself. NV legal services has offered to pay for services. Please help. Call me at (775) 379-8400 Jacqui
Comment by jacqui shrout — July 14, 2009 @ 11:37 am
I need an attorney for a case I have in Alabama.
My email address is cpoedennis at yahoo.com
Comment by Crystal — July 14, 2009 @ 1:59 pm
We are the victims that have not received equal protection of the law. We need a bulldog fighter of an attorney to go to bat for my son, 13 y.o. Corey James Ritlinger, who detests CPS and it’s practices. Where I had acquired emergency custody of my son Corey, a judge today returned him to his drug addicted, violent, alcoholic father for the simple reason that the judge, despite evidence to the contrary, didn’t “think he is in imminent danger.” Opposing counsel has submitted to violations of civil rights and the laws, normally in place to protect such victims, to obtain full sole custody for this drug addicted, violent, alcoholic away from a loving, nurturing, and educated mother, a registered nurse for 20 years, that my son had in me. That we had an attorney we paid $30K to, who vowed and declared not to drop us for a continued payment of $1-2K per month, and then when he realized he would actually have to do something he upped the price by $20K and dropped us like a hot potato right after my son was the informant that led to his father being caught with drug paraphanalia and drug residue in a home made bong among other things seized. We need help to rescue my son from his father and the clutches of CPS who wants to by pass me as an appropriate mother and put my son in fostercare so that they may extort monies from both parents. Please help us, we need your help asap? If you hate CPS and you love children, and like to keep children with good parents, then please contact me soon as the next court date for change of custody is coming up August 17th, 2009.
Comment by Linda S. Ritlinger, R.N. — July 14, 2009 @ 7:54 pm
Where do i find a data base of cases, i am very novice to all of this.
I would like to file a civil rights suit. There is no help for me in NJ. I would like someone to help me find the forms, help me fill them out using legal terms, and help me file them. I am in NJ. I want to file a suit against State agencies, courts, and others; for violating my constitutional, parental, civil rights and those of my children; also withholding vital evidence; and unfair trial proceedings; personal injury; etc. My children are being abused. I really need to meet some one to present my case and evidence too. There are many agencies and people that are continuously violating the rights of my children and I. My children are being abused and subjected to parental alienation (by their grandmother, their mother, and others). I want to sue NJ State child services, welfare, social services, attorney general; other organizations have committed fraud and corruption. We have been denied legal assistance from all legal aid agencies. We have been denied help from advocates. We have been denied help from elected government officials. We have been denied help from all NJ state agencies. We have been denied help from many organizations with mission statements that state they will help, someone in my situation. We have been denied help from legal representatives. We have been denied help from disability agencies. I am indigent, I am medically unable to work, I am in welfare housing, and the State can make me homeless at anytime. I am scared and fearful of repercussions. This case should bring some monetary compensation. If someone helps me, I am willing to give contingent compensation, to a person or organization. Its a real shame that no one will help me, I have served the public and the state since 1984, now when I need help there is none.
Comment by GeEeDe — July 16, 2009 @ 4:06 pm
There should be a database of cases in the courthouse. In my county it would be in the county clerk’s office. If you’re hoping to file a federal civil rights lawsuit then you’d have to go to the nearest federal courthouse instead.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — July 16, 2009 @ 9:29 pm
I need help in filing a suit against CPS in CIncinnati, Ohio
Comment by PH — July 17, 2009 @ 5:51 am
PACER database for Federal cases.
Go to rutgers.edu ( Law School)
Enter in DYFS in parties box.
Caution: name recently changed to DCF, also.
There is a blogspot of dyfus reform, also.
Need to search blogspot using DYFS.
Also look at:
http://legallykidnapped.blogspot.com/
He has a link to this blog on his site.
Legal Services ( public defenders, etc) in your county.
NJ law clinics at Rutgers.edu.
Need to call the law school.
Ask your local library for some one experienced in Web searching.
F.
Comment by fern — July 17, 2009 @ 7:25 am
My point of contact is harpkey3 at hotmail.com
Comment by PH — July 17, 2009 @ 3:05 pm
OREGON:
http://oregonfamilyrights.com/
http://www.familyrights.us
NOT attorney site. Advocacy and informational sites.
Phone # to Webmaster on familyrights.us
Comment by fern — July 18, 2009 @ 2:20 am
I am a Michigan attorney working extensively throughout Michigan and in select locations elsewhere in the country to defend parents from unwarranted attacks on their families. I have deep concerns about the child protection law system generally, and about the competence and bias of CPS workers in many of the cases I litigate. I deal extensively with multiple fracture cases, “munchauesen” cases” and suggested memory child allegation sexual assault cases.
I can be reached as follows:
Michael Cronkright
Kronzek & Cronkright, PLLC
3815 W. St. Joseph, Ste A100
Lansing, MI 48917
1-866-766-5245
(517) 886-1000
Comment by Michael Cronkright — July 18, 2009 @ 10:24 am
Rene Sandler, Esq. at Sandler Law LLC works closely with clients to provide aggressive, individualized representation for a client involved in a CPS investigation. The firm is located in Maryland and regularly represents clients from the commencement of a CPS investigation through administrative appeal of an agency decision.
Comment by Rene Sandler — July 27, 2009 @ 3:24 pm
i need an atty who will sue the pants off of DYFS in new jersey contingency preferred we are low income husband is on ssd please help
1 732 504 1897 thank you
Comment by traci — July 29, 2009 @ 10:29 am
I handle appeals from dependency cases in the State of California. I would be happy to handle your appeals. I also know a lot of trial attorneys who handle the defense work. I can be reached at (909) 816-1716
Comment by Michelle Jarvis — July 29, 2009 @ 11:11 am
10 state GROUPS LINKS.
NOT attorneys. Advocates from these states:
http://www.profane-justice.org/html/trained_advocates.html
ALASKA
ARIZONA
ARKANSAS & WISCONSIN
COLORADO
CONNECTICUT
FLORIDA
HAWAII
KANSAS
MISSOURI
Comment by fern — August 2, 2009 @ 6:11 am
I need a lawyer to help me come to the defense of my daughter who is a special needs child. She and her brothers were take by Bremer county DSH in Iowa The injustice to her has continued as she hsa been institutionalized in atlanta georgia. The entire case is FULL of DHS Bull… They have hurt me all they can my kids are either over 18 now or with their grandmother but my daughter is all but lost to us based on DHS best interest ha! Please help me give this child a voice.
Comment by lisa flippo — August 3, 2009 @ 8:35 am
spencer and sunstrom
1612 columbia street
vancouver, washington
360-896-7477
excellent attorney isn’t afraid to fight for your rights, knows what he is doing.
Comment by chris sunstrom — August 7, 2009 @ 2:14 am
My child fell out of bed while sleeping. I was concerned because he has subdermal hematoma, so I took him to the local hospital to make sure he was alright.
I was charged with 3 counts of child abuse. It has taken more than $25,000.00 , in loans to pay attornies and untold amount of time to get my child back.
I desperately need help to try and get back the money paid to defend this false charges by CPS. Is there any hope at all ??
Comment by Gina Rossberg — August 7, 2009 @ 9:50 am
I need help anyone my two little sisters were in foster care my one sister at 11 or 12 was forced in to signing papers to say she want to live with them one they made her do it and to they never wanted to stay there. I was never asked if I ever wanted to take care of them. They are very unhappy. They are 15 and 10 know they want to live with me please help me you can email me at ijustmarriedya at aol.com
Comment by Donna — August 8, 2009 @ 6:58 am
This lawyer is helping me with my case which is very complicate but he had done great job in making the CPS stay away from me and also to amend their case against me. His name is DeAn Zimmerman 562-253-9367 he deals with cases in Los Angeles - Long Beach, California
Comment by wendy — August 9, 2009 @ 8:14 pm
please help i live in alaska i need a pro bono cps attorney. any one with info please help
Comment by Melissa — August 14, 2009 @ 4:44 pm
My son was taken one month after birth by Clermont County, Oh. CPS because his mother and I were at the time on Methadone Maintenance Treatment at the East Indiana Treatment Center. Mason, my new son, was born 7-1-09 and was reported to CPS by the nurses in the Special Care Nursery at Bethesda North Hospitol in Cincinnati, Oh. as being born with Methadone in his system. All doctors and attending nurses knew about my pregnant girlfriend being on this “prescribed” drug and after many many inquiries about the safety of the baby and asking that its okay that we keep the baby, it all came back posititve. “Yes, there will be no problem with CPS whatsoever”, as I recall one doctor telling us. Turns out that right before Masons release to us, CPS sticks their damn nose in our business and ruined our family and our lives. All for “whats best for the baby”, supposadly! Now we get to see our baby boy once a week for 2 hrs only. ABSOLUTELY ABSURD!!! It was a prescribed medication that would have killed the fetus if she detoxed without it, so despite all doctors and nurses saying it was ok, they change their minds and rip our family to shreds. WHERE IS THE JUSTICE IN THIS COUNTRY? I am a OIF Combat Vet and this is the thanks I get for giving them the right to strip families of their new sons and daughters? I used to love my country as a patriot, now i am second guessing my loyalty! Any advice would be appreciated. Im getting upset so i must go. Thank you to whom ever reads this and replys!
Comment by Shay E. Sander — August 15, 2009 @ 6:54 pm
Need agressive lawyer in or around Cincinnati, Oh to fight CPS for a custody battle….or war! Anyone with suggestions?
Comment by Shay — August 15, 2009 @ 6:59 pm
This comment is for Mellssa from Alaska august 14, 2009. Im not an attorney, My name is Brian. I have a case in the LA area with cps, a federal lawsuit. I have helped several parents in dependency court understand the system. I work with the group Disclosure Watch. Maybe I can help. 626-627-4406
Comment by Brian Blundell — August 16, 2009 @ 11:54 am
I live here canton,ohio. I have 2 kids, both of my kids are in foster care. im still fighting to bring my 2 kids home. I have a paid lawyer. he is telling me he cant help. cps is going to file for custody of my 2 kids. my kids grandmother live in bellwood,ill. she passed her home study. she passed her background check. she showed her income that she is able to care for both of my kids. the case worker her in ohio. told cps in ill that my kids are special needs. my case worker she lie way too much. cps in ill said my kids cant go to there grandmother. my kids are still in foster care. my lawyer told me he cant help me. we need help in ohio & ill. I would like for anyone in canton,ohio that is dealing with cps to send me a e-mail kindnessohio at att.net need help aspa
Comment by kindness — August 23, 2009 @ 2:22 am
Need an attorney for lawsuit against Cps in Tucson, AZ.
Comment by Maria — August 25, 2009 @ 11:29 am
I feel that i was wrongly terminated. My court apointed lawyer did nothing to help me. I just found your site, and have no money. I need some help. Please help me.
Comment by Donna Castor — August 26, 2009 @ 6:33 pm
Donna, when were your rights terminated? It is unlikely that we can do anything to help at this point. Did you file an appeal?
Comment by LindaJoMartin — August 27, 2009 @ 12:30 am
Looking for an attorney in nw iowa i want someone who is willing to stand up for me and my children please help
Comment by Jessica — August 29, 2009 @ 9:09 pm
I am an attorney in Maryland who regularly handles CPS cases at the earliest stages of an investigation through administrative appeals. I write articles for the Maryland Family Law bar on CPS issues and stay current with trends and issues regarding CPS nationwide. My law firm, Sandler Law LLC, is located in Rockville, MD and is glad to assist those in need of legal representation for any aspect of a CPS case. Rene Sandler
Comment by Rene Sandler — September 6, 2009 @ 11:00 am
Just a comment on Texas attorney Stuckle. He is reported to be the best in Texas, he knows his CPS and how to handle them; but as a former client I know that he walked out on me on the day of court, taking my evidence with him, on a termination for parental rights case, after serving his motion to withdraw only a few days before hand, not the prescribed amount of time as the law states. As a result, I was left without an attorney, my rights were stomped on, its been four years since I have seen or talked to my son, and I had no proof I did any of my services because he took all of it with him. I’m not the only FEMALE I’ve been told he did not do justice with, which may or may not be true, but in my opinion be wary if you ARE a female. that’s all i’m saying because It seems he’s more interested in FATHERS rights. Otherwise, its true, he’s a damn good attorney.
Comment by J.Murphy — September 6, 2009 @ 3:22 pm
Jennifer Ani
Law Office of Jennifer Ani
4040 Civic Center Drive
San Rafael CA 94903
415-259-6630
fax 415-259-6631
Trial attorney representing parents in dependency matters. Experienced, respected, and will fight for your rights and the return of your child. Accepts credit cards.
Comment by Jennifer Ani — September 6, 2009 @ 10:12 pm
R. Schultz - I transferred your posting to the September 2009 page for requesting lawyers.
Comment by LindaJoMartin — September 11, 2009 @ 1:40 pm
our kids have been stolen from us by cps in stanton kentucky from clark county cps workers. one of our children is a 5 day old newborn who has now been in a foster home for 5 weeks. they took them with an emergency custody order based on environmental neglect which was based on lies. we have had no way to fight them and still have not been able to have a court hearing until oct. 5th. baby did not test positive for drugs in case you are wondering. need help!!!! our phone number is 406-207-9634, feel free to contact us anytime day or night please
Comment by a / l — September 12, 2009 @ 3:20 pm
Yesterday was my daugther’s 11 brithday and cps told her from my and I custory. We really need a good laywer here in virginia!! We don’t know where to turn to? Cps has ruined a lot of lives here in Mathews county V.A!! They have been in the news paper a few times for matters like this. We are scraced that we may fall throuht the cracks of cps!!! Please someone help us get our little girl back home to a loving home thank you!!!
Comment by sharon — September 17, 2009 @ 8:22 am
I am searching for a good Criminal Attorney in NC to represent my close friend who has been wrongly accused of SBS…Can anyone refer someone in Wake County, NC?
Comment by T. Hemmerly — September 22, 2009 @ 4:58 am
is there any help to fight against cps in pa? every thing seams to protain to california every whear but pa. thanks
Comment by beverly — September 23, 2009 @ 12:40 pm
Rene Sandler at Sandler Law in Maryland is a recognized expert in CPS. She did a fantastic job in helping my family. I strongly recommend Rene Sandler for any CPS needs.
Comment by Arlen Morrel — October 3, 2009 @ 6:04 pm
Plaintiffs in IL, NH, NY
Illinois, New Hampshire and New York
Three female attorneys who are looking for GOOD, CLEAN CASES are:
The law firm of the Famiydefensecenter.net
Located in Chicago, IL, this firm has a Website and has taken DCFS up to US Supreme Court based on problems with the IL Child Abuse Registry
This attorney-sponsored site has monthly meetings, a newsletter and is seeking folks who have have their civil and or parental rights abridged.
New Hampshire- Paula Werme. Linda knows of Ms Werme and is aware of her commitment to the family and not allegiances with DCYF, Ms Werme has a Website and has been in active litigation with DCYF for years. So, one would assume she knows DCYF policies, tricks, and foibles.
Google her name and DCYF for her Website.
New York the Law Firm of
http://www.lansnerkubitschek.com/
Ms, Kubitschek has litigated v ACS for years. Seasoned.
There is NO DOUBT that CPS has NO vested interest in helping families. Indeed, the good families may often be the most naive and trusting when CPS calls.
Call them.
Have your case evaluated and learn what your FAMILY’S RIGHTS ARE. Not only your rights, but more importantly, YOUR CHILD’S rights.
Comment by Fern — October 6, 2009 @ 10:31 am
I am in need of an attorney who can help me persue a civil suit against Clermont county Ohio. They terminated my parental rights more than 9 years ago. I always assumed that there was nothing that I could do, they had all the power. Well I am older now and a little more wiser. They stole my children 33 days after my husband put a gun in his mouth and blew his brains out. I was suffering from PTS and MDD. They did not care all they did was terminate my parental rights and lie about everything. My oldest son is a child with special needs he suffres from RAD, PTS, and ADHD. So instead of trying to get him into a stable environment they have institutionalized my child. I have had 2 more children since that the courts in KY found me more than fit to raise. They had no bases to remove my children in the first place other than I was sick from grief at the time, yet was not given the opprotunity to get treatment. My son’s psycologist told the court that the only one that they ever thought that he would bond with was me and the court did not care. My younger son, who I am in contact with, thanks to his adoptive father, lives with his adoptive mother. She recieved her foster license from Lifeway, yes the same place that gave Marcus Fiesel’s murderers their license, she had a conviction for welfare fraud and they never even did a background check on her. Since he has been in her care after her and my son’s adoptive father divorced. There has been numerous complaints on this woman. She has sent my child to school with karosene in his hair because she did not want to pay for heating and had him sleeping on the floor next to the heater. He broke his arm in football practice and it took her 5 days to take him to the doctor. CPS had to come to her home because after a year of calling them they decided to go check out why she had reversed his lock on his door to lock him in his room when he was 5 years old. There was never a question on whether or not my children were mistreated when they were with me, they had every other excuse. I wasn’t mentally stable, I didn’t have a place to live becasue I couldn’t stay at my home where my husband committed suicide. They stole my children and ruined their lives. They used a sickness that was beyond my control and never allowed me the opprotunity to get better. My family stepped up and asked for my children and had interstate home studies done and they were favorable, yet they were all placed up for adoption. I thought this was a family first state. I want to file a civil suit againt them, there is a lot more to this story and documentation to boot…someone please help me….no one wants to accept a court suit against a government agency, please someone tell me where I can turn!
my email is becky.burch at hotmail.com
Comment by Becky — October 6, 2009 @ 12:45 pm
Need more attorneys listed for Forida where the DCF family is getting worse and more corrupt by the second. One mentioned before in here was Ross G Lavin w palm beach Fla….I cannot find him anywhere. Please whoever posted that or may know his whereabouts, re post! We need all the help we can get and my prayers out to all of you!!You will need it!
Comment by Angie — October 8, 2009 @ 3:10 am
Anthony Green
Attorney-at-Law
933 W. Weatherford St., Suite 200
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex
(817) 332-3803
in Houston
(713) 261-2691
Comment by Tony Green — October 10, 2009 @ 8:02 am
New Jersey, NJ
http://www.newjerseyparentsagainstdyfs.org/
OAKHURST, NJ
Monmouth County, NJ
Call or contact for referral to NJ atty.
Note: This is a GROUP which holds monthly meetings. Telephone # on Site.
Comment by Fern — October 11, 2009 @ 5:46 am
10 STATE GROUPS- AK, AZ, AR, CO, CT, FL, HI, KS, MO, WI.
10 state GROUPS LINKS.
NOT attorneys. Advocates from these states:
http://www.profane-justice.org/html/trained_advocates.html
ALASKA
ARIZONA
ARKANSAS & WISCONSIN
COLORADO
CONNECTICUT
FLORIDA
HAWAII
KANSAS
MISSOURI
WISCONSIN
Comment by Fern — October 12, 2009 @ 7:23 am
i need a attorney who can handle case against va and west va cps and schools for kidnapping my kids 6 yrs ago
Comment by myra — October 15, 2009 @ 7:48 am
Looking for an attorney that will fight D.C.S. in california. My son has been in D.C.S.custody for almost a year.
coyoteez at yahoo.com
Comment by Tony Dale — October 16, 2009 @ 10:04 am
need alayer who does probono to help me sue for multple rights violations and return of my kids
Comment by myra — October 16, 2009 @ 12:40 pm
Today received papers ” Joint Motion to Terminate Reunification Services and Notice of Hearing.” Need help in Arkansas horribly. Everyone we have talked to has sold their soul to the state.
And we just can’t afford much else we have spent a small fortune on this case so far.
Comment by Iris — October 16, 2009 @ 2:51 pm
I need an attorney in Duluth,MN that has been successful against CPS or Social Services. I HAVE NOT had any investigation and I have committed NO crimes against my kids and I have been removed from my home.
Comment by J — October 22, 2009 @ 7:25 am
My wife and I were also forced into a safety plan by Social Services. In the safety plan it indicates that if my wife helps or aids me in avoiding the safety plan it COULD result in the removal of the kids from our home!
Comment by J — October 22, 2009 @ 7:27 am
Montford S. Caughman
Attorney
I have thirteen years of experience as a DSS prosecutor in the state of South Carolina. I am now accepting defense cases from here and surrounding states.
803-606-5411
caughmanlaw at hotmail.com
Comment by A — October 23, 2009 @ 2:50 pm
We have represented children abused in foster care and parents whose children were wrongfully removed by DCFS/CPS for over 30 years. We are located in California. Please contact us if you believe your rights have been violated.
contact[at]lwallacepate.com
You can also call us at 1-877-543-9529
Comment by L. Wallace Pate, Attorney — October 28, 2009 @ 1:57 pm
YOU SEEM TO BE CONSIDERED GUILTY IF CPS EVER WRITES IT DOWN! DO NOT LET THAT HAPPEN!
Fight !
Lynette Briggs
lbriggslaw@yahoo.com
4099866565
Hitchcock, Texas
Comment by Lynette Briggs — October 30, 2009 @ 1:16 pm
In the Sacramento area I would personally use the law Office of Evelyn A, Cox Phone # 916-955-5300 if I was in the soup with CPS in California… I would want her joined at the hip with me to save my children. I can tell you from personal experience that No one will fight harder than her to get the children back home to the parents.
Please if you are the Sacramento area and need the best and most honest attorney in the business give her a call and find out for yourself.
Bill Tower
President of AFRA.
Comment by William O Tower — November 2, 2009 @ 1:56 pm
We want to sue the Los Angles DCFS for misconduct. If any attorneys are interested in the case please contact us at adrielme[at]hotmail.com
Comment by Adriel — November 3, 2009 @ 3:49 pm
Here’s a different problem…
3 minor siblings; 1 boy/2 girls. The boy is perp/the girls are victims. CPS is completely inept and they see boy as victim.
What type of attorney does the family use to protect girls, yet charge boy/remove from home/work through inept CPS system?
Comment by lyz — November 6, 2009 @ 8:21 am
Sorry, forgot to mention above situation is in Houston/Galveston area.
Comment by lyz — November 6, 2009 @ 8:23 am
glad to hear Monty Caughman from South Carolina has joined to fight to save children and families
Comment by a moms taskforce — November 6, 2009 @ 9:49 am
lyz - CPS always seems to do the wrong thing, no matter what the truth is. Stay strong…
Comment by LindaJoMartin — November 6, 2009 @ 2:59 pm