Sometimes, as a parent, you find yourself in a situation where there are concerns about your child or children's development or safety. This can be drastic and bring up feelings of helplessness, sadness or uncertainty. Often, support is first attempted with help from the municipality. If this voluntary help proves insufficient, the Child Protection Board or Bureau Jeugdzorg may launch an investigation and ask the children's court for a child protection measure, such as a supervision order (OTS) or, in some cases, an out-of-home placement.
Our juvenile lawyers make sure your voice is heard and your rights are protected. We explain clearly what is happening, what options are available and how you can protect your child's best interests. In many OTS and out-of-home placement cases, our efforts can be made virtually free of charge through subsidised legal aid (pro bono).
In addition, we can also assist you if a measure has already been pronounced, for example with requests for extension of visitation or other adjustments during an out-of-home placement.
Whether it is about preventing or having a supervision order or out-of-home placement lifted, or adjustments to existing measures, we offer personal and expert support. With our extensive experience in civil juvenile law, we stand alongside you and represent your interests in court, always with your child's welfare in mind.
Are you facing a supervision order or out-of-home placement? Feel free to contact us for an initial consultation. Together we will look at your situation and the possibilities.