Doing What is Best for Florida Children
Children deserve to grow up in a stable home environment. Unfortunately, the Department of Children and Family Services (DCF) often takes children away from their parents in an attempt to accomplish this.
There are other options.
At The Law Office of Trista Sampson, I have represented many grandparents, relatives and family friends who are worried about children in Florida. I am often able to help them protect the child without involving the DCF and risking and even less stable life.
When You Are Worried About a Child
Sometimes parents are not able to give their children the kind of life they deserve. Maybe they do not have stable housing. Perhaps one parent has a drug problem. Other family members and close friends may not know how they can help without destroying the family.
That is where I come in.
As a former DCF attorney, I know the process they go through to "help children." Too often, kids end up in foster care and are never cared for the way they should be. I help people who are worried about children explore their options, such as seeking child custody or guardianship.
Benefits of Seeking Child Custody or Guardianship
As an experienced dependency lawyer, I have found that it is almost always better to keep a child within the extended family rather than have the child placed in foster care. By seeking custody or guardianship, you can:
- Maintain some stability for the child
- Keep the child's future in the family's control
- Give the parents a chance to clean up their act and reestablish their relationship later
- Obtain temporary or long-term guardianship of the child
Even if the DCF has already become involved in the situation, I may be able to help you seek custody or guardianship that is in the child's best interests.
Child Custody Modifications
I work with parents who need to modify existing custody agreements. Whether you want to see your child more often, have been denied visitation by the other parent or have another child custody concern, I can help you reach a legal solution that is best for your family.
Schedule a Free Consultation
I am passionate about helping children in Tampa. Call 813-699-5437 or contact me online to schedule a free consultation to talk through your situation and how I can help you.
