LEGAL UNIT

The agency has two full-time attorneys on staff.

The attorneys provide legal advice to the various divisions within the Department of Social Services and represents the Agency in Family Court cases and in related matters in other courts and legal forums. Among their chief duties are prosecuting abuse and neglect cases in Family Court as well as aiding in Adult Services cases. Other responsibilities also include representing the agency at fair hearings, some child support enforcement cases and fraud/resources proceedings, as needed.

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