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When Child Protective Services (CPS) comes knocking, your world can turn upside down in an instant. The fear of losing your child, the confusion of the legal system, and the urgency to act fast can overwhelm any parent. That’s why hiring the right kind of lawyer—one who knows the ins and outs of CPS investigations and juvenile dependency court—is not just important, it’s essential.
At ALL Trial Lawyers, led by Attorney Mohammad Abuershaid, we focus exclusively on fighting for families in Orange County. We’re here to protect your parental rights, challenge false allegations, and work tirelessly toward family reunification.
Many parents mistakenly think any family law attorney can handle a CPS case. CPS cases don’t go through family court—they go through juvenile dependency court. This court has its own rules, timelines, and procedures that most family lawyers are not equipped to navigate.
You need an Orange County CPS defense lawyer who:
Knows how to respond to emergency removal orders
Has experience in Welfare and Institutions Code § 300 allegations
Understands how to negotiate with CPS social workers and DCFS
Can fight for your reunification through dependency hearings, case plans, and trial if necessary
Attorney Mohammad Abuershaid has handled hundreds of CPS and DCFS investigations and court cases in Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles. He has represented parents in the most severe and complex dependency matters, including allegations of:
General neglect or failure to protect
Physical or sexual abuse
Fractures or broken bones in infants
Substance abuse and toxicology concerns at birth
Head trauma and shaken baby syndrome
Emotional abuse or domestic violence exposure
If CPS shows up unannounced, remain calm—but remember: you have rights.
You don’t have to let CPS in without a warrant.
You don’t have to answer their questions without a lawyer present.
You can—and should—call an experienced CPS defense lawyer immediately.
Time is critical. The earlier you get a lawyer involved, the better your chances of preventing your child’s removal or getting your child back if they’ve already been taken.
Fighting CPS isn’t about arguing—it’s about strategy. Here’s what our team at ALL Trial Lawyers does:
We review DCFS or CPS reports for factual errors, misstatements, or bias. These reports often frame parents unfairly, and we make sure your side of the story is told.
When a dependency petition is filed under WIC § 300, we can challenge the evidence, question the social worker’s findings, and demand accountability.
We represent you in every stage of the process, from emergency hearings to jurisdictional trials, where the court determines if the allegations are legally valid.
We advocate for tailored reunification plans to bring your child home—whether that includes parenting classes, therapy, or substance abuse treatment.
We are trial attorneys, not just negotiators. If CPS refuses to resolve the case fairly, we go to court and fight aggressively for your parental rights.
You need a juvenile dependency attorney with proven experience in CPS defense—not just a general family lawyer.
Work with a lawyer who knows how to gather exculpatory evidence, discredit biased reports, and negotiate or fight for dismissal in dependency court.
Yes—and that’s why fast legal intervention is critical. CPS can remove children on allegations alone if they claim it’s an emergency.
Some cases resolve in weeks; others may take months or even years. A knowledgeable attorney can shorten this timeline by pushing for early reunification or dismissal.
Attorney Mo Abuershaid aka Mohammad Abuershaid is the founding partner of ALL Trial Lawyers and the lead attorney for juvenile dependency law. With a track record of representing hundreds of parents across Southern California, including high-profile clients and complex CPS investigations, he’s not just experienced—he’s passionate about reuniting families.
He’s known for:
Exposing flaws in CPS investigations
Fighting back against false allegations
Defending parental rights with compassion and strength
Handling both dependency and criminal crossover cases
If you’ve been accused of abuse, neglect, or endangerment, Attorney Abuershaid will fight for you like your child’s future depends on it—because it does.
In Orange County, California, juvenile dependency cases involving Child Protective Services (CPS) are handled at the Lamoreaux Justice Center. This courthouse is part of the Superior Court of California, County of Orange, and is located at 341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868-3205. The Lamoreaux Justice Center serves as the primary venue for matters related to juvenile dependency, family law, and domestic violence.
Whether you’re facing a new investigation, an upcoming dependency court hearing, or a complicated child abuse allegation, you don’t have time to waste. Contact our office to schedule a consultation with Orange County’s leading CPS defense lawyer.
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Don’t face CPS alone. Call ALL Trial Lawyers and get the defense your family deserves.
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Mohammad Abuershaid, professionally known as Mo Abuershaid, is the founding partner of ALL Trial Lawyers and one of California’s most trusted authorities in dependency law, juvenile dependency cases, CPS defense, and high stakes CPS cases.