Children in Need of Assistance (CINA)

Glen Burnie Divorce Attorney

If you are one of the unfortunate parents who have had their child taken away by Child Protective Services, you need a skilled Glen Burnie divorce attorney to help guide you through the legal complexities involved in a Child in Need of Assistance hearing. Ward Pratz & Associates, P.A. have aggressively defended the parental rights of clients facing the loss of their children due to domestic assault charge s, allegations of child abuse, neglect or drug related charges. It is unfortunate that many times these allegations are completely unfounded, reported by teachers, another family member or a neighbor . Sometimes in contested divorce cases, an ex-spouse will make false accusations that can lead to problems for the custodial parent.

You might be facing both a criminal case as well as a CINA proceeding. Our compassionate legal team will work tirelessly in defending your rights and fighting the allegations against you. Nothing is worse than having your children removed from your home due to a misunderstanding or unfounded charges.

Representing Parents in CINA Hearings

There will be various court proceedings you need experienced legal representation for. An initial removal hearing is conducted by the Department of Social Services in which they make their case for temporary removal of your child. In a second removal hearing the court will rule on the merits of your case and determine whether your child will have to remain in the foster care system. It is always our goal to have you reunited with your children or even have the child placed temporarily with a relative in order to protect your rights.

Our firm has helped clients through negotiating with the court, with actions such as completing anger management counseling, drug rehabilitation or even parenting classes. We are well-versed in working with the court system and assisting parents with their fight to recover their parental rights.

Contact a Glen Burnie divorce lawyer today for help with your CINA hearing.