Foster Parent Rights in NC: Can DSS Remove Your Child Without a Court Hearing?
New Law · Effective October 2025 Foster Parents in NC Now Have New Legal Protections Before a Child Is Moved A 2025... Read More
Termination of Parental Rights Lawyer in Raleigh, NC — Guide to Process & Representation
Termination of Parental Rights Lawyer in Raleigh, NC — Guide to Process & Representation Speak with a Raleigh Family Law Attorney Today... Read More
New NC Law Expands Rights for Foster Parents and Caretakers in DSS Cases: What You Need to Know
Published by Batch, Poore & Williams, PC — Advocates for Families Across North Carolina A sweeping new law—House Bill 612, the “Fostering... Read More
What is a Child Medical Evaluation (CME)?
When Child Protective Services (CPS) becomes involved in a family’s life, it can be an overwhelming and confusing experience. One tool that... Read More
Certified Child Welfare Law Specialists – CPS Investigations Attorneys
Board-Certified Child Welfare Law Specialists Representing Families in CPS Investigations At Batch, Poore & Williams, we offer a level of legal representation... Read More
How Long Does a CPS Investigation Take and What Does it Entail?
A Comprehensive Guide to CPS Investigations If you’ve been contacted by the Department of Social Services (DSS) or Child Protective Services (CPS)... Read More
What Is Considered Child Abuse in North Carolina?
North Carolina has several laws in place to protect children from abuse. If Child Protective Services suspects a child is being abused,... Read More
What Are My Rights as a Father in a North Carolina CPS Court Case?
When a child is neglected, abused, or declared dependent (meaning there is no one to take care of them), Child Protective Services... Read More
What is Child Neglect in North Carolina?
Child neglect is a serious accusation. In North Carolina, if a child is neglected, the state will take measures to protect the... Read More
How Can I Revoke My Consent to Adoption?
If you are going through an adoption, you probably feel like you are on a roller coaster of emotions. Whether you are... Read More