What does representing an abused and/or neglected child involve?
In volunteering to represent the best interests of a child, you are statutorily charged with several duties. Most importantly, you need to develop a relationship with your client. You will want to meet all the people important in the child’s life and gather all written documentation regarding the child and his or her parents. You will want to make sure you understand the reasons the child entered foster care (if you have a foster care case), and ensure that the Children’s Department is doing what is necessary to remedy those issues. You will also want to ensure that the child is getting the services he or she needs.
