Child Protective Services, commonly referred to as CPS, is an agency designed to protect children from abuse and neglect. JulianJohnson, P.C. is uniquely prepared to help you navigate the complex, overwhelming, and often unnecessary rules and policies of the CPS system.
“No parent or family member can afford to take on CPS without legal representation. It is unequivocally necessary to hire an attorney with CPS experience to have your voice heard in Court.”
William E. Johnson,
Former CPS Prosecutor and Former Specialty Family Drug Court Prosecutor
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is CPS?
CPS is Child Protective Services. CPS falls under the umbrella of the Department of Family and Protective Services. CPS is a governmental agency that protects children who have been neglected, abused, or at risk of neglect or removal.
What do I do when CPS calls?
- COOPERATE.
CPS will not go away. CPS is mandated by law to investigate once a referral is received. CPS will not “go away” without completing an investigation. The investigation must end in a disposition and a disposition cannot be made without an investigation. If you refuse to cooperate, it is likely CPS will seek legal intervention to force you to cooperate. Ultimately, CPS has the ability to remove your children from your custody without a court order. If you refuse to cooperate, there is a chance your children could be removed or CPS could seek assistance from the Courts. However, you do not have to cooperate without an attorney.
2. CALL AN ATTORNEY.
You cannot afford to not have an attorney by your side when CPS calls you. JulianJohnson, P.C. is uniquely prepared to represent you in CPS cases. William E. Johnson was a CPS Prosecutor before joining JulianJohnson, P.C. and Jared Julian was a Law Enforcement Officer before he became an attorney over twenty years ago. JulianJohnson, P.C. will help you navigate the investigation and all subsequent CPS proceedings.
Learn More About JulianJohnson, P.C. Family Law Services
The Courts are still open for proceedings and utilizing teleconferencing tools like Zoom. If you have questions about child custody, conservatorship, or visitation rights or any family law related matter then do not hesitate to contact our family law attorneys for a consultation. Call (972) 459-4400 or submit a contact form to schedule a consultation.
As family law attorneys we have helped hundreds of clients, across Lewisville, Flower Mound, Denton and throughout Denton County, with their divorce. We understand the end of a marriage can feel overwhelming and the many variables that are a concern including how this will impact your children or your financial stability. Thinking about your primary concerns will allow you to have more insight into what your priorities may be as you begin the divorce process.
Our law office is in Lewisville. We are currently available for both in person and virtual consultations. We serve Denton County, Collin County, Tarrant County, and Dallas County.
