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Trusted DCFS Defense Lawyer in Springfield, IL and Beyond
Navigating the complexities of the legal system can be daunting, especially for those facing allegations by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). At Greg Sronce DCFS Defense Lawyer, we specialize in representing clients indicated for neglect or abuse and are committed to expunging their names from the State Central Register.
Comprehensive Legal Representation
We offer comprehensive legal defense services aimed at protecting the rights of individuals and families. With a focus on expunging indicated findings and advocating for the return of children removed by DCFS, our practice is dedicated to navigating the legal challenges posed by these sensitive cases.
Service Areas
Serving Sangamon, Menard, Montgomery, Macoupin, Morgan, Scott, Logan, and Christian counties, including Springfield, IL, Attorney Greg Sronce is well-positioned to assist clients across a broad geographic area. Attorney Greg Sronce’s deep understanding of local laws and DCFS procedures ensures that clients receive skilled and effective representation.
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If you or someone you know is facing DCFS allegations, it's crucial to act swiftly and secure professional legal representation. Visit the link below to learn more about our services.
DFCS Cases
DCFS Defense Lawyer Greg Sronce practices in Springfield, Illinois.
DCFS cases are complicated and the consequences can be devastating.
When your children are removed from your care based on a DCFS investigation, you will be notified of your rights to an attorney. If you can't afford a lawyer, one will be appointed to represent you. If you can afford a lawyer, it is important to seek experienced counsel.
The first courtroom proceeding of any DCFS case is called a Shelter Care Hearing. You can request a continuance from the judge letting him or her know that you would like time to seek and retain counsel to represent you. If you do seek additional time, however, your children will remain in the temporary custody and guardianship of DCFS until the Judge can determine if shelter care is appropriate. If you have family available to provide placement for your children you should explain that to the judge and any representatives from DCFS that may be present. Those family members should be investigated by DCFS for potential placement. Per DCFS policy, relative and sibling placement is preferred rather than traditional non-relative placement.
Increase Visitation
If your children have been removed by DCFS, the level of visitation will be controlled by the agency that is assigned your case. Often times, there are compelling reasons including the age of the children and the bond they have with their parents that merits increasing visitation.
Relative Placement
If DCFS takes protective custody of your children, you need to provide the names, addresses, and any contact information of relatives that could pass a background check that are willing to and able to care for your children on a temporary basis. Otherwise, traditional (non-relative) foster care will be the option for placement.
Safety Plans
In many cases, removal can be prevented with a comprehensive plan to ensure the children remain safe. Simply put, this is a contract that you sign with DCFS to prevent the removal. Understand the terms of any plan in place and follow it.
Shelter Care Hearings
If your children are removed, you have a right to a hearing in front of a judge to determine if there is both probable cause to believe the allegations and also to determine if there is an immediate and urgent necessity to place the children in the temporary custody and guardianship of DCFS.
Client Testimonials
Highly recommend this office Greg, and Trisha are awesome! Couldn't have choose a better Attorney, way to go guy's thanks so much!!
Cierra
My family used him more than once. He was very easy to deal with. His communication was excellent the overall experience is definitely worth a five-star rating!