Learning that the Department of Child Safety (DCS) is investigating you for suspected child abuse or neglect is one of the most frightening experiences a parent can face. Your response is critical and can set the tone for the rest of the investigation. Working with an experienced attorney who understands the DCS process and can help you navigate it can make the difference between a genuine threat to your family’s future and an optimal outcome.

The Law Office of Adriana M. Orman, PLLC, represents parents, children, and families in DCS investigations, dependency proceedings, and other juvenile law matters throughout Arizona, including cases in select tribal courts. Our office fights to protect parental rights while working to achieve the fastest, most stable path back to normal family life.

Strategic, Aggressive Representation in Arizona Juvenile Law and DCS Cases

Arizona DCS is responsible for child welfare and protecting children from abuse and neglect. When DCS receives a credible report of suspected child abuse or neglect, it will open an investigation and may interview you, your child, and any witnesses who might know about the allegations. DCS can review relevant documents, such as medical, police, and school records. They may also show up at your child’s school with little advance notice.

Many parents do not realize they have legal rights in the DCS investigative process. You have the right to refuse to participate in an investigation, the right to deny DCS into your home, and the right to seek the advice of an attorney and to have an attorney present during their interviews. But these rights mean little if you do not know how or when to exercise them. Saying the wrong thing to a caseworker, agreeing to a treatment plan without understanding its terms, or allowing an unauthorized interview with your child can have consequences that could affect your family for months or years to come.

Regardless of the circumstances that led to the DCS investigation, Adriana Orman can explain the process so you know what to expect, advise you on how to handle interactions with DCS personnel, and fight to protect your rights. She will be with you every step of the way to ensure you do not inadvertently say or do something that could harm your case.

Holistic Representation in DCS and Juvenile Law Cases Throughout Arizona

Juvenile cases rarely exist in isolation. A DCS investigation may arise in connection with a divorce, custody dispute, or criminal charges involving a parent or a child. Decisions in one case may affect the outcome of another. The Law Office of Adriana M. Orman evaluates a family’s entire situation, rather than treating the DCS case in isolation from other circumstances in a client’s life.

Beyond the specific DCS matter, Adriana Orman offers experienced legal representation in the other legal matters that may impact a DCS case, including divorce, child custody, and juvenile criminal charges. Her holistic, integrated approach means you will not need to coordinate your legal strategy between multiple attorneys who each understand only one part of your situation. Instead, you can work with a single attorney who sees the full picture and can build a comprehensive legal strategy that accounts for your unique needs and understands how your strategy in one case impacts the outcome of another.

Why Choose the Law Office of Adriana M. Orman

The Law Office of Adriana M. Orman provides holistic, integrated legal representation in DCS matters, juvenile law cases, criminal cases, and family law matters. Adriana Orman combines a professional approach with genuine compassion and an appreciation for your unique situation and needs. Taking into account your goals and objectives across multiple, sometimes intersecting legal matters, she will craft a compelling, customized legal strategy to help you achieve your goals while aggressively protecting your rights.

Contact the Law Office of Adriana M. Orman, PLLC, Today

The Law Office of Adriana M. Orman, PLLC, is located in Goodyear and represents clients in DCS investigations, dependency proceedings, and other juvenile law matters throughout Arizona, including in area tribal courts. Call (602) 292-9319 or contact us today to schedule a confidential appointment to discuss your situation and how we can assist you.