DHS & Child Maltreatment Lawyers in Fort Smith
If your children have been taken into custody by the Department of Human Services or you have been accused of Child Maltreatment, you need an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer by your side immediately. Both of these types of cases involve serious long-term implications and involve unique and complex procedural formalities which are unique to this area of the law. It is therefore important that you hire an attorney that has experience in handling previous DHS and Child Maltreatment cases in order to best protect your rights and the rights of your children.
Contact an experienced Arkansas DHS and Child Maltreatment lawyer today.
If you have been accused of child maltreatment or are involved in a case with Arkansas DHS, it is important to have legal representation as soon as possible. We offer free consultations on all cases – contact us at 479-431-4900 or contact us by clicking here.
Our Experience in DHS & Child Maltreatment
We have more than 20 years combined experience practicing in the Domestic and Juvenile Courts and handling these types of cases. We take all allegations made in these cases seriously and we aggressively defend our clients and their families against all allegations, insuring that the Courts hold DHS accountable and protect the rights of our clients. Through years of practice, we have developed a good working relationship with the DHS attorneys, staff and ad litems which helps when it comes to navigating these cases for the benefit of our clients.
We’re the Fort Smith lawyers who are always on your side.
Let us put our knowledge and expertise to work for you.
Contact us today for a free, zero-commitment legal consultation.
Our Approach
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We understand that clients often come to us during some of their most stressful or important life matters. We hope that when a client comes to us for their initial meeting—they leave feeling empowered with information and feeling like a weight has been lifted knowing that we are now handling whatever legal burden they are facing.
Our clients are our top priority and we believe in creating genuine and lasting connections with our clients. Most of our clients have been clients for years and we have the privilege of representing many of their family and friends as well. Our clients aren’t just another case number—they quickly become friends and lifelong clients. We aim to treat every person’s situation with the kindness and support that we hope our family member would receive under similar circumstances.
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We have the knowledge and real-life experience that comes from years of practice and experience to benefit our clients and their cases, including more than 22 years combined courtroom experience. We have worked in various settings and with numerous well-respected attorneys that have helped us gain invaluable knowledge and experience. Our experience gives us a unique advantage in advising our clients and representing them in court.
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We pride ourselves on being meticulously thorough and aggressive in our approach to preparing our clients’ cases, leaving no stone unturned. We have seen the value in preparation and attention to detail pay off time and time again in the courtroom against other lawyers who are less prepared; therefore, our approach is to always be well prepared. Whether we are negotiating a settlement or taking your case to trial—no one out prepares us.
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There is no convenient time to deal with legal troubles. The process can be frustrating and confusing. The last thing you want to deal with is an attorney who won’t work with you to get things done. You are under enough stress without having to worry about when you can make time to talk to your lawyer. We offer flexible meeting times and options for payment plans in some cases. We want to help our clients get through whatever situation they are facing.
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We understand that our clients need timely and clear communication regarding their case and accessibility to their attorney. We send our clients copies of all documents that are sent or received in their case so that clients are kept up to date at all times. We personally return our client’s calls and emails in a timely manner. When you hire us, you talk to us—your attorney.
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Last, but certainly not least, we are aggressive. We are willing to fight for you and your case. We are focused on results driven solutions – whether that be through settlement, mediation or through aggressive representation at trial. Whether you have a custody case, a criminal matter or a real estate transaction—whatever it is—we aren’t afraid to go to court and take a stand for you. We are comfortable in the courtroom and will do what it takes to get you the results you deserve.