Family Law

The Nuts and Bolts of Dependency Law

The Nuts and Bolts of Dependency Law
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About this program

This program serves as an introduction to dependency law, beginning with how cases come into the Juvenile Court and how Juvenile Court differs from Family Law Court. The program will explain the legal timelines imposed upon parents in California, the case plans parents are ordered into, and how parental rights are impacted by the Department of Children and Family Services.

This OnDemand CLE program earns 1 hour of General credit in California. It aired September 9, 2024 and features Emily Berger and Morgan Thompson.

Included in 36-Hour Family Law Specialization Package.

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Emily Berger Emily BergerEmily Berger  Morgan Thompson Morgan ThompsonAttorney Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers
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