Attorney Advocate in Georgia Juvenile Courts
When a child is facing proceedings in juvenile court, they should have a lawyer experienced with the juvenile justice system. I have been appearing in Georgia juvenile courts for over 15 years and am sensitive to the specific legal issues affecting minors. Contact me if you are dealing with juvenile delinquency charges or a deprivation hearing.
Guarding the Interests of Children Charged With Delinquency
In Georgia, someone under the age of 17 accused of a crime, whether an adult crime or a juvenile offense like runaway status or truancy, will generally be charged as a juvenile and brought into the juvenile court system. This system is different from the adult criminal justice system. I have the experience to help clients with juvenile delinquency charges.
Unlike an adult criminal court, the juvenile court's role is to pursue the best interests of the minor defendant. My goal as a lawyer is to keep the judge's attention focused on what will help my clients make the most of their lives in the future.
Helping Children and Families in Deprivation Cases
If the juvenile court determines that a child is being treated with cruelty, neglect or another form of deprivation, the court can order services or supervision. This may entail supervision to be provided in the child's home, removing the child from the home and place him or her with Child Protective Services, or even order permanent termination of parental rights.
I have experience as both an attorney representing parents seeking to keep their families together and as a guardian ad litem representing children's best interests in deprivation proceedings.
If you are facing proceedings in juvenile court, whether for juvenile delinquency or deprivation, contact me to get representation from an experienced Lawrenceville lawyer.
