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| Juvenile Law |
Defense of DCFS Investigations Petitions Alleging Neglect, Abuse or Dependency
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is required to investigate reports of child abuse, neglect, or dependency. If DCFS determines that a child is endangered due to neglect, abuse, or dependency, their investigation may lead to a formal charge or petition from the local county Prosecutor. Being accused, investigated, or charged with child abuse, neglect, or dependency can have serious short term and long term ramifications changing the relationship with your children.
An experienced Juvenile Law attorney can guide you through the legal process as a dedicated, professional advocate. The Law Offices of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. in Naperville, IL has considerable experience in defending clients accused of child neglect, abuse, or dependency by DCFS. Defend your rights against a false abuse or neglect allegation. Protect your relationship with your child. The Law Offices of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. is in your corner, ready to provide effective and vigilant defense. Your reputation and your family is at stake.
If your child has been accused and charged with criminal actions under the Juvenile Court Act, your child will be faced with potential sentences including detention. A juvenile alleged to be delinquent is subject to a variety of dispositions, including detention in the County Juvenile Center or the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Consider the Law Offices of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. in Naperville, IL where a Juvenile Law attorney is ready to use their experience and provide zealous representation to protect your son or daughter from false allegations and unwarranted sentences.
Termination of Parental Rights
The termination of parental rights is a court action that severs the rights and privileges between a parent and their child. The interest of a parent in the care, custody and control of his or her child is a fundamental liberty interest that is protected by the United States Constitution but an action to terminate parental rights severs that relationship. No rights to care, upbringing, visitation, or even contact with the child exists.
The State can terminate a person’s parental rights if the local county prosecutor demonstrates by clear and convincing evidence that the parent is an “unfit person” and it is in the best interest of the child to do so.
The Juvenile Law attorneys of the Law Offices of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. have the necessary experience to represent your vital interest with respect to Petitions to Terminate Parental Rights.
Edward P. Graham offers considerable experience in Juvenile Law matters having begun his career as a public defender in Will County. He has been recognized for his abilities by judges in the 12th judicial circuit (Will County) in receiving juvenile case appointments for both trial and appeals. Contact the Law Offices of Edward P. Graham, Ltd. to assist in protecting the integrity of your family.
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