Dependency Legal News Vol. 20, No. 6

Review the most recent legal developments in dependency case law. Our talented in-house Writ Team provides an in-depth analysis on In re D.M. In re D.M.—filed 5/07/2024; Fourth Dist., Div. TwoDocket No. E082401; 101 Cal.App.5th 1016Link to case: https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/E082401.PDFTHE DUTY TO INQUIRE OF KNOWN RELATIVES APPLIES ONLY IFTHE CHILD IS PLACED INTO TEMPORARY CUSTODY WITHOUT…

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June 2024 Newsletter

Celebration of Pride and Family Reunification June is a special time of year at CLC as we recognize both Pride Month and National Family Reunification Month!  CLC believes all youth experiencing foster care should be treated with the same love and care as any other child. Unfortunately, many LGBTQ+ youth face trauma because of their gender…

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Advocates Gala 2024 Was A Success!

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Advocates Gala 2024 for a beautiful evening of live music, delicious food, community gathering and hope for the future as we listened to inspiring words from our honoree Scott Moak and featured speakers Janay Eustace and Justice Shama Mesiwala. To watch their inspiring conversation, click here. A…

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Dependency Legal News Vol. 20, No. 5

Review the most recent legal developments in dependency case law. Our talented in-house Writ Team provides an in-depth analysis on In re S.G., H.A. v. Superior Court, In re Kieran S. In re S.G.—published 3/28/24; Second Dist., Div. ThreeDocket No. B330106; 100 Cal.App.5th 1298Link to case: https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/B330106.PDFSECTIONS 366.26 AND 388 DO NOT VIOLATE A MINOR…

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May 2024 Newsletter

Advocates Gala 2024 Was A Success! Thank you to everyone who filled the room with warmth and joy at the Advocates Gala in Sacramento! CLC hosted a beautiful evening of community and commitment to children. The award-winning Grant High School Drumline kicked off the event, followed by an award ceremony in honor of Community Hero,…

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Dependency Legal News Vol. 20, No. 4

Review the most recent legal developments in dependency case law. Our talented in-house Writ Team provides an in-depth analysis on In re F.V., In re P.L., F.K. v. Sup. Ct., In re Ca.M, In re F.V.—published 3/5/2024; Second Dist., Div. OneDocket No. B329192; 100 Cal.App.5th 219Link to Case: https://www.courts.ca.gov/opinions/documents/B329192.PDFPREVIOUS ACTS OF NEGLIGENCE, STANDING ALONE, DO…

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