Assuring That Children Are Safe and Protected
Whether through cause or because of misunderstandings, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) often becomes involved in issues concerned with child custody. The DCF's concern is the safety, health and well-being of children. At Rome McGuigan, P.C., we urge concerned parents and relatives to discuss the situation with our experienced attorney, Jacqueline A. Wilson.
DCF · Department of Children and Families · Child Custody
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Most parents want what is best for their children. So does the DCF. Unfortunately, it is necessary for the DCF to review some parents' child custody rights. Other parents may have had child custody challenged because of a misunderstanding of the facts. Still other parents may have lost custody of a child, but now have the capacity to care for that child.
Whatever situation you may find yourself in, it is a good idea to have a lawyer experienced with DCF actions, a lawyer who care about your child's best interests.
- Child at risk: When parents are clearly unable to care for a child because of drug or alcohol abuse or other abusive situations, a lawyer can help define the problem and find help for the parents while DCF cares for the child.
- Know the facts: A child's injury can look like abuse, even when it is simply a one-time accident. An attorney who knows how to investigate and find the facts can help keep the child in the care of the family.
- Relatives who care: A child who is unsafe with parents may find help from caring relatives. Our law firm helps them understand the DCF process and their rights as legal risk adoptive foster parents.
DCF gets involved in many situations. When that happens, whatever the circumstances, it helps to have an attorney with a wealth of knowledge about DCF and child custody. Contact us for an appointment. We have offices in Hartford and New London, Connecticut.
