Gainesville DCF Lawyers
Solid Legal Defense to Keep Your Family Together
At the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, we handle cases where criminal charges have led to issues involving the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and dependency. Whether you have been involved in a situation that put a child at risk of injury, or where the criminal activity did not directly harm the children but occurred in their presence, our criminal defense lawyers can help.
In criminal cases that result in DCF investigations, our goal is always to get our clients’ charges dismissed so that their kids can stay at home. If you find yourself facing charges that could lead to your children being taken away from you, be sure to consult with our skilled legal team right away. We have over 40 years of combined experience and have a proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes.
Contact us online or call (352) 329-3632 today to schedule a free consultation with our Gainesville DCF attorneys.
When DCF & Criminal Charges Meet
There are a variety of activities that can result in criminal charges. Several charges can draw the attention of the DCF, which could have a devastating impact on the future of your family.
The DCF steps in criminal cases involve:
- Child abuse
- Child neglect
- Child abandonment
- Drug use in a child’s presence
- Domestic violence incident in a child’s presence
The sensitivity of these types of cases cannot be overstated. Merely being accused of a crime involving a child or committed in the presence of a child can lead to a child being removed from his or her home. In other words, the DCF can remove a child even if criminal charges are not filed or if they are dismissed.
Get the Legal Representation You Need
If you are facing allegations that will trigger an investigation by the DCF, it is vital that you have an aggressive legal advocate on your side. Let our knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys help you navigate the complex legal process.
Help for DCF cases in Gainesville is just a phone call away. Contact the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones at (352) 329-3632 now.
Hear From Our Happy Clients
Reviews & Testimonials
At Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt."We are from Lake City, Florida. As parents, we sought the help of Mr. Edwards on my daughter's behalf. As a young lady, she had acquired multiple felonies with the prospect of 10-15 years in prison facing her. Mr. Edwards heard our case, took it on with confidence, and got her sentence reduced to 10 years probation, and restitution. That was 8 years ago, and my daughter is married, has a son, and is doing great. She hasn't even had a traffic violation. Because Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt. He is a great lawyer, with a very big heart.- Colin
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"It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville."I had the pleasure of having Mr. Edwards represent me in 2006. While I was charged with a crime, Mr. Edwards insisted sternly that he was very confident he could successfully defend the charges against me. This man exudes confidence. It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville. You can't go wrong with Mr. Edwards!!!- Everette Sr.
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"Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case."Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case. Very helpful throughout the whole 6-7 month process. Not only did he get all my questions answered to the best of his abilities but also really showed compassion for my family & I during the case as well as after. 5 star lawyer, highly recommended. Thank you for all your hard work!- Jackie A.
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"He put his heart into that case."I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.- Jan
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Acquitted at trial Aggravated Battery on Pregnant victim
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Charges Dismissed Assault
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Charges Dismissed Attempted Murder First Degree Premeditated
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Charges Reduced To Misdemeanor Battery
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Acquitted at Trial of all charges. Battery
