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’s 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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“Review of Tiffany Andrews”
Very responsible and professional lawyer in my opinion. Represented me well and got me what I wanted. As well, provided me with good solid solutions for my situation and gave sound advice. Highly recommend to anyone else.- George -
“Kind and Professional”
Tiffany Andrews is very kind, understanding and extremely professional. I was certainly grateful to have her by my side through the entire court process (child custody). Not only is she remarkably knowledgable, she goes above and beyond for you; which is why I always go to her regarding any questions I may have. I would highly recommend Tiffany!- Satbir -
“Professional and Highly Commendable Family Lawyer!”
Ms. Andrews is a highly trained, professional, experienced, ethical, and commendable attorney. She has gone above and beyond in her education and specific focus of family law and it is clear in our interactions that she follows her business motto of "If you care, we care!" Ms. Andrews' staff are courteous and helpful as well. My case is complicated with child custody, small business ownership, and other factors. Ms. Andrews' has been communicative, clear, and concise in my options and implications of my choices. She gives me sound, logical legal advice that is the best for my situation. She truly has her clients' best interests in mind and she is confident in court as well as in negotiation with the opposing counsel. Ms. Andrews' follows through with what she says she will do and also will make sure future plans and what needs to be done are clearly laid out to the opposing counsel. I could not be more pleased with my attorney and highly recommend her without hesitation.- Tracy -
“Attorney With Compassion”
Working with Tiffani Andrews Law office was a godsend. After struggling for a bit to get legal assistance, I found Brenda. She showed a great deal of empathy to me as I was unfamiliar with the California legal process, and had the need to get legal assistance as soon as possible for a divorce and child custody case. Her guidance and handoff to Stephanie could not have been more helpful and beneficial. I would recommend this office for all the obvious reasons, but also for their efficiency and clear value for the client. Tiffani Andrews Law has my complete trust.- Mary -
“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 -
“Divorce & Separation Advice Session”
She was great, put my mind at ease. I had a few short questions, not enough to warrant a face-to-face with a lawyer at a high price and she took care of them. Precise, knowledgable and friendly too.- Previous Client -
“Professionalism and Expertise”
Mende Romaniak has again shown both professionalism and expertise as she helped navigate me through gaining custody of my daughter. Through her hard work and concise detailing of my case not only was she able to secure sole physical custody but also sole legal custody as well. I was told more than once that gaining custody as a father is a tall order but Mende and the Law office of Tiffany Andrews came through with flying colors. I highly recommend.- Mike -
“Dedicated and Professional”
Ms.Andrews represented My husband and I for a very emotional child custody case in early 2010. She was professional, prepared and most importantly fought for our side to be heard by all parties involved.- Previous Client
We are thankful for all the hard work that she put into our case that lead to a positive ending for our case. We would recommend Ms. Andrews for any legal issues that you may have in family court.
