Folsom Child Protective Services Lawyer
California Child Protection Laws
Child Protective Services (CPS) is California’s system of intervention to stop child abuse and neglect throughout the state. CPS’ goal is to ensure that every child is safe in their home and to find a new solution for any child who is unsafe.
CPS is required to act on any referrals or tips they receive regarding suspected child abuse or neglect. Their team will investigate the tip, intervene accordingly, and provide the services the child needs to regain safety.
Attorney Tiffany L. Andrews is a certified family law and child welfare law specialist who has been handling CPS cases for over a decade. Her team of child protective services attorneys in Folsom can assist you with any matter you are facing involving Child Protective Services.
Give our child protective services lawyer in Folsom a call at (916) 794-4576 or contact us online to learn more about how we can help.
How Can I Fight a False CPS Accusation?
Far too often, misunderstandings lead to false accusations of child abuse or neglect, forcing innocent parents to undergo CPS investigations.
A CPS investigation may involve:
- A physical inspection of the home
- Interviews with the parents
- Interviews with the child
- A physical exam of the child
To keep your family together and protect your rights, you will want a CPS attorney by your side throughout the investigation process. Depending on the findings of the investigation, children could be removed from the home or your family could be subject to imposing services for several months. Our CPS attorneys in Folsom can inform you of your rights, advise you of your options, and help you make wise decisions with your family’s best interests in mind.
Parents' Rights When Dealing with CPS in California
A CPS investigation is stressful, but you have rights. It is important to understand these rights when dealing with California CPS:
- CPS must have your permission to enter your home.
- You are not obligated to take a drug test just because CPS asked you to. CPS must first provide a court order.
- You have the right to attend all CPS court hearings regarding your case.
- You have the right to retain a lawyer or court appointed counsel.
- If CPS places your child in foster care, you have the right to schedule regular phone calls with your child. This may also include in-person visits if the court deems this appropriate.
- You maintain parental rights, even when CPS removes your child and has legal custody of your children temporarily.
CPS Attorney Protecting Children in Northern California & Surrounding Counties
At the Law Office of Tiffany L. Andrews, P.C., we represent parents, grandparents, foster parents, and de facto parents facing a wide variety of dilemmas or accusations involving CPS. Whether you are seeking de facto parent status to care for a child who has been abused or you have been accused of neglect, our child protective services lawyers in Folsom are here to step in and protect your family.
Our priority in a CPS case is always to protect the children involved. No matter the situation, we take children’s safety seriously and work hard to ensure that every child’s home is safe and secure.
To discuss your case with our CPS lawyer in Folsom, contact us online now.
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“I am very lucky to have Tiffany Andrews as my attorney!”
Tiffany Andrews is highly professional and knowledgable attorney. I am very pleased with the results.- kvitkoolga -
“Excellent Process and Assistance”
I'd like to thank Tiffany for her advice. I've been divorced for over a year and am still trying to collect on the settlement agreement. I had a question about the legal interest and if it's collectible and she said definitely! as long as the judgment doesn't preclude it. She was extremely helpful - also offering other remedies to assist in the collection of the funds. I would definitely call her again if I need more help.- Previous Client -
“The BEST”
We have been her clients for about 7 years now. We first hired her when she was working with another law firm. We were so impressed and pleased with her that we followed her when she started her own law firm. She is very kind, understanding, and has always advised us in the right direction. She's helped us with multiple cases and is always on top of it. We definitely couldn't have done it without her help. We highly recommend her. She also has a great staff. They are always quick to respond and very helpful.- Enrik -
“The Best Lawyer”
- William
Tiffany L Andrews has to be one of the best lawyers you can find. Tiffany is the most caring person that I have met in a while she is always looking after your best interest. Tiffany always keeps you informed either by phone or Email. I have had questions on my case Saturday and got answers by Saturday night. I have learned if you trust in Tiffany your case will be done excellently. -
“Tiffany was there for me, even AFTER my case was filed.”
Long Story short, My particular case started off as a Divorce & Child Custody case; but soon after Divorce papers were filed; I (a male) became a Victim of a brutal Domestic Violence from my Ex. Tiffany took care of all the necessary documents needed to finalize my Divorce & Child Custody case while I was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds & internal injuries. Tiffany helped & filed documents so that my children wouldn't be taken as wards of the state; & gave temporary custody to a familial relative while I recovered from my injuries. Not once did she leave my side as an attorney while I was in the hospital recovering from what my Ex-wife did... If I could recommend a Family Attorney to anyone in Northern California... I would recommend Tiffany Andrews; there is no doubt about this in my mind.- Arnell -
“Kindness and Generosity”
I can not thank me Andrews and her team enough for the kindness and generosity they showed me throughout one of the most difficult things I’ve had to deal with in my life. My head was spinning after months of googling and weighing my options while searching for a lawyer to handle my case. I imagine like most in the working class you may be afraid that you will make the mistake and hire the wrong lawyer. Wasting all your funds and end up no better off than you were. This was not the case with Tiffany and her team. I made the stupid mistake of going to the first part of my divorce custody case of going at it alone my case was very clear and I trusted the justice system to do what was right. This was not the scenario I faced. The opposition lawyer was able to manipulate everything and knew loopholes that the average person wouldn’t even believe was something that could happen in a court room. I can not stress enough it does not matter what is right and what is wrong you need a lawyer to protect yourself. As far as I’m concerned Tiffany and her team are mericle workers. I went into this thinking “oh great I’m going to be manipulated out of more and more money and I’m going to end up where I started anyway” following Tiffany’s advice I ended up being able to protect myself. From the moment I retained ms Andrews she was there for me literally day and night. I had many questions and issues throughout my case and though I don’t suggest anyone bothering her after business hours there were a few times I felt I needed to contact her and received a response very shortly after. These responses were often reassuring that she had things under control. This is a huge factor for me. Also she was very knowledgeable and always represented herself and myself in good light. I did not want to be vicious and aggressive and she managed to be assertive without being over the top. She was very respectful and I never had the feeling hat things were over my head. She always took the time to explained things to me in a way that I could understand and make well informed decisions. I would and will recommend me Andrews and her team to anyone looking for the best.- Brian -
“Rock-star Attorney!!”
I spoke with Tiffany on the phone for a short 15 consult and she helped me very much with my case. She was able to ask some great questions and provide great advice! Thank you very much :)- Celeste -
“Got my life back, so awesome!”
This lady knows her stuff! She is quick and on top of the case at hand. When we were waiting for my very late (now) ex to show up for court, she was furiously working and we got the case settled, done, over! She also tells it like it is. I learned so much from her and her very courteous staff. If I was freaking out a bit, they never lost their cool. Thank you so much for everything!- Lyn
