A Partner At Mclaughlin & Stern, LLP – Naples, Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
Beverly L. Brennan Attorney & Counsellor at Law Naples Florida
Attorney & Counselor At Law
Reunification is the critical process of safely returning a child to their parents or guardians after the court determines that it is in the child’s best interest. The timeline for reunification in juvenile dependency cases depends on several factors. Initial removal...
Juvenile dependency cases in Florida involve children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or abandonment. When the state intervenes, placing children in safe and nurturing homes becomes the priority. Non-relative caregivers play an important role in these cases,...
If Child Protective Services takes custody of your child in Florida, you may feel frightened, angry and distressed. You might not know how to navigate the legal system, which can make this challenging situation more difficult. Following the appropriate steps in this...
The Florida Department of Health and Human Services reported in 2021 that the number of reports of child abuse or neglect was at 59.7 per 1,000. When reports come in, they go through the court system as juvenile dependency cases. These legal proceedings focus on the...
In Florida, the safety and well-being of children are paramount. When concerns arise about a child's safety, Florida's Department of Children and Families, through Child Protective Services, can step in to investigate. In 2021 alone, Florida's DCF reported that CPS...
Finding out that Florida Child Protective Services has opened an investigation against you can be distressing and confusing. You may feel frightened or unsure of what steps to take next. An investigation by CPS does not automatically mean that you will lose custody of...
While under investigation by the Florida Department of Children and Families, you may feel as though your entire life is under a microscope. During the investigation, DCF will look for signs of abuse or neglect. If you have an active social media presence, it is...
Certain events might send children and their parents to Florida Juvenile Dependency Courts. While these same events might also form the bases for criminal trials, the two court systems are very different. This article will look at the dependency court in general. It...
Divorce settlements may include court orders that mandate making financial support payments to an ex-spouse or to provide for the children. As noted on the Florida Senate website, divorce settlements must include provisions specifying each spouse’s contribution toward...
Losing your child to foster care is a frightening experience. You likely will experience feelings of inadequacy and despair, but this is not the time to give up. Florida wants to return children to their parents if possible, so you must take the steps necessary to...
