A family lawyer experienced in child protection plays a vital role in defending parents’ rights and ensuring the Children’s Aid Society follows proper legal procedures. Your lawyer can: Explain your rights and responsibilities during CAS investigations Represent you...
If the Children’s Aid Society (CAS) removes a child, the law requires that the agency bring the matter before a Family Court judge within five days. At this first hearing, the court will decide whether the child should remain in CAS care temporarily or be returned...
A child protection case in Ontario occurs when a Children’s Aid Society (CAS) believes a child may be at risk of harm, neglect, or abuse, and becomes involved to assess the child’s safety. CAS may offer voluntary services, create a supervision plan, or, in serious...
