Top Child Abuse & Neglect Lawyers From California

When child abuse or neglect is suspected in California, families may quickly face investigations, interviews, and court involvement. Reported concerns can range from physical injury and emotional mistreatment to sexual abuse, unsafe conditions, medical neglect, and inadequate supervision. Courts and agencies may consider whether protective conditions, placement changes, treatment services, custody adjustments, or criminal action are appropriate. A lawyer can assist with evidence, interviews, court appearances, custody questions, and efforts to protect a child while preserving due process. Find a curated list of some of the most trusted and top-rated child abuse and neglect attorneys in California and connect with experienced professionals recognized for strong legal representation suited to your specific needs.

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Gregory H. Comings
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Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime
David L. Faulkner
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Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Identity Theft, ...
Ben E. Embry
Legal Specialization: Family
Practice Areas: Annulment, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence
Yasha Bronshteyn
Legal Specialization: Estate Planning, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Guardianship, ...
Shana J. Black
Legal Specialization: Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Guardianship
Omar Serrato
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration
Practice Areas: Alimony, Asylum, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Citizenship & Naturalization, Constitutional, ...
Greg Mohrman
Legal Specialization: Employment, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Animal & Dog Bites, Assault & Battery, Aviation Accidents, Birth Injury, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, ...
Arthur Lin
Legal Specialization: Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
Elliot Zarabi
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Motorcycle Accidents, Sex Crimes, ...
Chad Lewin

Chad Lewin

  • Los Angeles Criminal Defense Lawyer Chad Lewin
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, Expungement, Federal Crime, ...
Samantha Greene
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Federal Crime, Sex Crimes
Stuart L. Mellman
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Estate Planning, Family, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, Construction & Development, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
Daniel R. Shaw
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Personal Injury
Practice Areas: Administrative, Child Abuse & Neglect, Discrimination, Domestic Violence, Litigation, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime
Matthew B. Rosenthal
Legal Specialization: Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Paternity
Claire Highland
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Sex Crimes, Violent Crime
Elizabeth Little
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Jerry Nicholson
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime, Expungement, Sex Crimes, White Collar Crime
Shannon Stein
Legal Specialization: Family, LGBTQ+
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
Alexander R. Ginzburg
Legal Specialization: Estate Planning, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Child Support, Commercial Real Estate, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, ...
Evan A. Gould
Legal Specialization: Business, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Employment, Insurance, Lawsuits & Disputes, Personal Injury, Real Estate
Practice Areas: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Animal & Dog Bites, Arbitration, Assault & Battery, Banking & Finance, Brain Injury, Business Litigation, ...
Michael D. Burt
Legal Specialization: Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Juvenile, Marriage & Prenuptial Agreements
Eugene Iredale
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, Insurance Claims, Litigation, Science & Technology, Securities & Investment Fraud, Sex Crimes, Sexual Harassment, ...
Roman M. Silberfeld
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Entertainment & Sports, Health Care, Intellectual Property, Lawsuits & Disputes
Practice Areas: Antitrust & Trade Law, Appeals, Business Litigation, Child Abuse & Neglect, Class Action, Intellectual Property Litigation, Litigation, ...
Matthew Cohen
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Expungement, Juvenile, Science & Technology, ...
Staycie R. Sena
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense
Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Child Abuse & Neglect, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Driver's License Suspension, Drug Crime, Expungement, ...
Akindele David Akintimoye
Legal Specialization: Bankruptcy, Family
Practice Areas: Adoption, Alimony, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, ...
Kelly Quinn
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Swapna Anthoor
Legal Specialization: Estate Planning, Family
Practice Areas: Alimony, Child Abuse & Neglect, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Elder Law, Guardianship, ...
Caleb Mason
Legal Specialization: Criminal Defense, Health Care
Practice Areas: Appeals, Child Abuse & Neglect, Credit Card Fraud, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence, Drug Crime, Gun Law, ...
Derek Smith
Legal Specialization: Civil Rights, Employment
Practice Areas: Child Abuse & Neglect, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Wage & Hour Laws, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination

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