CIP2024

Under Louisiana law, when individuals are notified by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) that they have been identified as responsible for a valid incident of child abuse or neglect, they are entitled to appeal the accuracy of … Read More

An objection is a formal protest raised by a party or counsel during a legal proceeding asserting that an error, contrary to the rules of evidence or other procedural law, has been or will be made. There are objections to … Read More

SB39, now Act 92, was signed by the Governor on May 21, 2024. The Act establishes an “Advice of Rights for Children” provision in the Louisiana Children’s Code. This new article will become effective on August 1st and requires judges … Read More

The directives that states are receiving from the federal Children’s Bureau emphasize engaging persons who have lived experience with a Child in Need of Care case including parents and children or youth. Persons who have first-hand contact with the Department … Read More

Louisiana is about to undergo a federal review designed to help states enhance child welfare services and improve outcomes for families and children in the areas of safety, permanency, and well-being. The Children’s Bureau, part of the U.S. Department of … Read More

David N. Matlock was appointed Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) on January 8, 2024. Secretary Matlock previously served as Chief Judge of the Juvenile Court for Caddo Parish from 1999 until his retirement in June … Read More

Agenda:                                  12:00 – 12:30pm   Informal FINS Background, Purpose, Grounds, and Examples 12:30 – 12:50pm   Formal FINS Background, Purpose, Grounds, and Examples 12:50 – 1:00pm     Questions and Discussion Objectives: Speakers This training is free and is designed for all judges, private adoption attorneys, … Read More

Research by national organizations has consistently shown a connection between placement stability and time to permanency. Research also indicates that black children are more likely than white children to experience delays in permanency, especially with multiple placement changes during out-of-home … Read More