Guest guest Posted February 27, 2007 Report Share Posted February 27, 2007 Did you try you local Protection and Advocacy group??? Also you may try your parent group through the state. I'll try and find the info for SC..... Need some legal help Hi All. If anyone knows of a good attorney in or around the state of South Carolins for an education problem. Please e-mail me off list at nxakmobarnwellsc (DOT) <mailto:nxakmo%40barnwellsc.com> com We are having some major problems and need some advice. Thanx for any help. Xan, Mom to Kaitlyn, CVID, Asthma, Chronic Sinusitis, still Mild Reflux and doing great on Sub Q Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 You could see if there is a legal referral service in your area. Maybe google it or try the local court house. If the reason for the taking custody is directly related to the aspergers maybe someone with the local autism society can help. Good luck. Vickie > > Does anyone know any good lawyers that can help me with my son who does have asperger's and is in DCF custody? I really need some help and don't have a lot of money. Thanks. Crystal > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 Hey Crystal, Where are you from? You should probably get an attorney who specializes in special needs kids. Sharon From: Crystal <jemangel_2000@...>Subject: ( ) Need some legal help Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2009, 10:16 AM Does anyone know any good lawyers that can help me with my son who does have asperger's and is in DCF custody? I really need some help and don't have a lot of money. Thanks. Crystal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 Crystal, I am in Canada so the information will not reflect the same laws in the US, but it may be important to point out that similar deficits in the system exist: If, like someone pointed out, your case is related to the Ministry stepping in because your child has Aspergers, it is not acceptable! In Alberta, Canada, I was able to effect change to laws which archaicly viewed individuals with developmental differences and medical needs; tragically grouped them amongst children requiring protective services. Cite the Legislation (here, too, is the link) of Amendment. Surely laws may be transferable... At least, fought with basis if there are cases of prescedence such as ours: As a Canadian, I am able to offer perspective supportive of tragic events which occur and sadly, I have learned from near and far, these deficits transcend boundaries Nationwide. Particularly, my Advocacy is aimed at the prevention of families of Children with Disabilities from being grouped amongst individuals who may require protection. No clear division exists in many instances and this has created a large chasm of unnecessary separation of families. In effort to access Government services and funding for loved ones with medical and developmental needs, natural, loving families have been faced with unconscionable 'choice' which includes surrendering guardianship and out of home foster placement in order to achieve help. The victimization that has arisen when well-meaning entities wield power ineffectively and without adequate contemplation of the results that follow interference has been atrocious. Fortunately, I was able to effect an Amendment in Legislation in the Province of Alberta. Family Support for Children with Disabilities Act (FSCD) of Alberta, Canada Section 2-3, Manual Amendments: Policy and Procedures in Family Centred Supports and Services, Effective December 2006. The Family Support for Children with Disabilities Program to have separate legislation from that of child protection services. http://www.child.alberta.ca/home/527.cfm I encourage others to take action on this particular stance to preserve families of children with disabilities intact. Family-centred Care must be prioritized and solidified by review of current Policy which is often archaic and counter-productive in its vision towards individuals with disability. If we are able to salvage the lives and core values of families who are already facing tremendous strain with the diagnosis of developmental disability - and/or medical issues - we offer this model to others whole-heartedly in celebration of the life of our beautiful little girl. - Velvet > > Does anyone know any good lawyers that can help me with my son who does have asperger's and is in DCF custody? I really need some help and don't have a lot of money. Thanks. Crystal > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 22, 2009 Report Share Posted April 22, 2009 By the way, if there is a Child Advocate Office connected to the DCF, get them involved. The Advocate is there to look at the best interest of the CHILD and generally will serve the role well. Sadly, lawyers are quite pricey! And, regards to legal assistance, the cut-off in income is very sparse. It is available for only very low income earners which makes middle class folks unable to access help at all! > > Does anyone know any good lawyers that can help me with my son who does have asperger's and is in DCF custody? I really need some help and don't have a lot of money. Thanks. Crystal > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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