Practice Areas & Services
Comprehensive legal representation in all aspects of juvenile dependency law, protecting the rights of parents, relatives, and foster families.
Juvenile Dependency Representation
Comprehensive legal representation for families involved in dependency proceedings, from initial detention hearings through permanency planning.
Services Include:
- Detention and arraignment hearings
- Jurisdictional and dispositional hearings
- Review hearings and case plan compliance
- Permanency planning hearings
- Termination of parental rights defense
Parental Rights Defense
Aggressive defense of parental rights when children are removed from the home, focusing on reunification and preservation of the family unit.
Services Include:
- Emergency removal hearings
- Reunification service advocacy
- Visitation rights protection
- Case plan modification
- Appeals of court orders
Foster Parent & Relative Representation
Legal advocacy for foster parents and relatives seeking placement, custody, or adoption of children in the dependency system.
Services Include:
- De facto parent status
- Preferential consideration hearings
- Adoption proceedings
- Guardianship establishment
- Interstate placement issues
Appeals & Complex Litigation
Appellate representation and handling of complex dependency cases requiring specialized legal expertise and strategic advocacy.
Services Include:
- Court of Appeal representation
- Writ petitions
- Complex custody disputes
- Interstate compact issues
- Constitutional challenges
How We Work With You
Our proven process ensures you receive the best possible representation
1
Initial Consultation
Free consultation to discuss your case and legal options
2
Case Evaluation
Thorough review of all case documents and evidence
3
Strategic Planning
Development of a comprehensive legal strategy
4
Representation
Skilled advocacy at all hearings and proceedings
Why Choose Kenneth P. Sherman?
30+ Years Experience
Practicing child custody litigator since 1979, representing thousands of parents, relatives, foster parents, and children in dependency cases.
Legislative Author
Authored multiple statutes protecting pre-adoptive parents, sibling rights, due process rights, and child confidentiality in dependency proceedings.
Leadership & Recognition
Former Co-Executive Director of Children’s Law Center, founding member of NACC Los Angeles Affiliate, and recognized leader in dependency law.
Ready to Protect Your Family's Rights?
Don’t face the juvenile dependency system alone. Contact Kenneth Sherman today for experienced legal representation you can trust.