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Douglas P. Earl, Esquire is a Veteran of the United States Army.  Douglas P. Earl, Esquire regularly practices in Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. He advocates for people wherever someone needs him.  Mr. Earl has gone to Erie, Pennsylvania to represent a Mother who happens to be a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr. Earl brings his 34 years of experience, successfully defending clients in very complex cases, to his clients in the Philadelphia and surrounding areas. He cares about the results he gets for his clients. He gets to know you and your unique situation. He works aggressively to achieve the best outcome for your case.

 

Whether you are looking for a lawyer in Philadelphia to help with your DUI, traffic ticket, federal drug charges, tax investigation or other criminal matter, Mr. Earl has seen it all.

 

Tough Aggressive Representation – 35 Years of experience.  Philadelphia, Bucks County, Delaware County, Chester County Child Custody Lawyer
Fights False Allegations of Child Abuse
Douglas P. Earl, Esquire has fought against False Allegations of Child Abuse anywhere in Pennsylvania including in Bucks, Chester, Delaware Counties and in Philadelphia. A common tactic of a parent making false allegations of child abuse is to seek a Protection From Abuse order (PFA) so that you may lose custody of your children for a temporary period. Similarly, the other parent may be able to use false allegations as a basis to seek a modification of a custody order. Again, in custody as well as any legal proceeding, having good legal guidance during the process is critical. Douglas P. Earl, Esquire has succeeded in attacking false allegations of child abuse.
False allegations can have profound consequences on your life. Your custodial rights may be impacted. This is highlighted by the Hulu show ScamAmanda where the mother of a girl lost custody of her daughter to the father and his wife. The mother got primary custody of her daughter back after it was proven that the step-mother lied. Additionally, your relationship with your child may also be permanently damaged along with their emotional wellbeing.
Instinctively, it is natural to view investigators as enemies. A thorough and unbiased investigator from Children and Youth or DHS can gather facts that help your case and assist you in establishing the truth while another investigator can be biased against you.
Douglas P. Earl, Esquire knows how to uncover the facts. The Philadelphia Children’s Alliance (PCA) is used by the police and DHS to do a forensic interview of a child allegedly abused. What people do not know is that there is an actual video of the PCA interview of your child, not just a written report. Mr. Earl looks at the video. Did the interviewer of your child leave the room and come back. Were things suggested to the child?
Also, Pennsylvania law (23 PA Cons Stat § 5328) requires courts to use the best interest of the child standard when making child custody decisions. If a court determines there is an ongoing risk of abuse, it can award the other parent sole custody and impose safety requirements for that parent’s custody visits. Douglas P. Earl, Esquire is prepared so this does not happen to you. Mr. Earl immediately gets the facts, examines any photographs and any available evidence, the Children and Youth or Department of Human Services (DHS) investigation reports, police reports, and prepares you for court.
A court must also consider which parent will be better able to attend to a child’s health and wellbeing despite the underhanded nature of a false allegation. This means in addition to fighting false allegations we work on demonstrating your ability to care for your child including developing a plan to address potential issues your child may face and prioritize stability throughout the custody proceedings.
Many parents also do not realize that Children and Youth Services or for Philadelphia the Department of Human Services can accuse a mother or father of Child Abuse.  Even if a parent did nothing the Children and Youth can accuse a parent of being a perpetrator of child abuse by omission.  Douglas P. Earl, Esquire is there to fight for you anywhere including Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties.
Even if Children and Youth or DHS does not take you to court the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare has a Bureau of Hearing and Appeals which decides abuse findings.  1st if you receive a letter stating the findings are indicated or found report of abuse from Children and Youth Services an appeal within 60 days or you lose the right to challenge the decision against you.  Douglas P. Earl, Esquire knows exactly what to do.
The Attorneys of the Law Department or solicitors for Bucks, Chester, Delaware County or throughout Pennsylvania fight against you.  They have unlimited resources.  Douglas P. Earl, Esquire stands up to them for you.
Douglas P. Earl, Esquire has fought false allegations of child abuse and won. Contact us today to learn more about our services. Fighting Against False Allegations in a Child Custody Allegations of child abuse are treated seriously and vigorously investigated in Pennsylvania. While an investigation by Child Protective Services is a terrifying experience, staying focused on the facts and recognizing your rights and options is essential.
Instinctively, it is natural to view investigators as enemies. However, it will generally work to your benefit to cooperate and provide assistance. A thorough and unbiased investigator from Children and Youth or DHS can gather facts that help your case and assist you in establishing the truth while another investigator can be biased against you.
You can build a powerful defense by gathering documents, records, witness statements, or other proof that contradicts the false accusations made against you.
Under Pennsylvania law (23 PA Cons Stat § 6368), you must be notified before being interviewed. Additionally, you have the absolute right to consult and have a lawyer present during an interview. Douglas P. Earl, Esquire can be your strongest ally in fighting false allegations of child abuse, which is why you should obtain a consultation immediately.
A court must also consider which parent will be better able to attend to a child’s health and wellbeing despite the underhanded nature of a false allegation. This means in addition to fighting false allegations we work on demonstrating your ability to care for your child including developing a plan to address potential issues your child may face and prioritize stability throughout the custody proceedings.
Douglas P. Earl, Esquire has fought false allegations of child abuse and won. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

 

July 30, 2024: K.W. vs. H.W. Custody Case Philadelphia – Mr. Earl fought for the mother K.W. to get her 4 year old child back from North Carolina. The father had partial custody during the Summer. Father had cut off communication and mother felt threatened by him.

 

New York, New York here they come! 6/14/24 – M.S. vs. R.M., Family Court. Mr. Earl represents Mother. Mother gets great job in Manhattan. Step-Father gets a position as a Theatre Professor in Manhattan. Mother is moving to Manhattan. Parents share physical custody during the week. Mother gives notice of relocation that she wants her daughter to live with her and step-father in Manhattan. Judge grants request in a Temporary Order before the November Relocation Hearing. Father had opposed the child going to be with her mother.

 

March 25, 2024 the case of B.M. vs. C.M-G. Mr. Earl represented Wife in divorce proceedings. Wife owns a well know restaurant located in South Philadelphia. Divorce proceedings were stagnant before Mr. Earl started representing Wife. There were restrictions placed on Wife’s restaurant due to petitions file by Husband. Mr. Earl immediately filed an Emergency Petition to challenge the restrictions on Wife’s restaurant. The restrictions were lifted. Mr. Earl pressed Husband either for a property hearing or for a resolution. Wife and Husband are getting divorced. What seemed impossible two months ago is now reality.

 

February 15, 2024: N.S. vs. A.P. – Father wins fight for primary custody! Douglas P. Earl, Esquire represents father in petitioning Family Court to change the custody order. Father has partial physical custody. He wants primary physical custody of his seven year old son. Court grants Father’s petition for primary custody. First there was hearing with judge who ordered therapy for the child and continued the case. Judge grants father primary custody at second hearing with judge after the evidence shows the child was not being treated right at the home of the mother.

 

October 30, 2023: M.N.W. vs. D.G.M., Protection from Abuse – Douglas P. Earl, Esquire represents D.G.M. against a Protection from Abuse Petition filed by his ex-live in girlfriend M.N.W. Judge dismisses PFA petition. M.N.W. claimed that D.G.M. assaulted and intimidated her. She testified that she was afraid of D.G.M. Douglas P. Earl, Esquire was ready with a strong cross examination and defense. Ex-girlfriend had their six year old daughter testify. Two sisters of D.G.M. testified. One sister testified that she was on the phone with D.G.M. and overheard an argument but no threats or violence. The second sister testified that the six year old child of M.N.W. and D.G.M. went to her house after the argument for dinner and the child was fine.

 

September 28, 2023: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania vs. K.O., MC-51-CR-0003060-2023 – This was a tough one. K.O. did not make a plea bargain because he did not do the crime. This may seem like a simple thing to do but the court system often punishes people who refuse to plea bargain. I dissected every part of the evening involving the complaining witness and K.O. A date of client accused client of assaulting her after a Super Bowl party. Judge finds that there might have been a tussle but that there was no crime committed. District Attorneys brought out at the trial photos of bruises and a damaged lip. The defense brought out that the complaining witness was contacting my client after the incident. The Court dismissed all charges.

 

July 19, 2023: M.A.G. vs. K.D.M., In Support – Douglas P. Earl, Esquire brings K.D.M. to Family Court to clear up a bench warrant. K.D.M. has arrears over $24,000.00 and had his license suspended. K.D.M. had not been paying support for over a year. Court orders bench warrant withdrawn and K.D.M.’s driver’s license reinstated.

 

June 28, 2023: B.B. vs. G.T., Protection from Abuse – Douglas P. Earl, Esquire represents B.B. in a Petition for Reconsideration of a Protection from Abuse Petition B.B. filed. The Court had dismissed the Protection from Abuse Petition of B.B. when B.B. represented himself. The Court in the Reconsideration with Mr. Earl representing B.B. granted a final Protection from Abuse Order against G.T. The Court was able to see evidence of text messages from G.T. to B.B. B.B. also testified.

 

June 21, 2023: Douglas P. Earl, Esquire represented L.P. against a finding she was a perpetrator of child abuse by the Children and Youth Division of the Department of Human Services.  The Hearing was before the Bureau of Hearings and Appeals of the Department of Human Services of Pennsylvania.

L.P. wins!

L.P. was accused of Child Abuse because a pill box was containing a pink ecstasy pill was unzippered.  L.P. was with her child.  L.P. was a selecting a television program and did not see the child take the pill out of the pill box during a period of only a minute.  L.P. took immediate action when she noticed what happened.  The child was immediately taken to the hospital. The child showed no signs ecstasy ingestion although there was pink residue on the lips of the child.

The Judge agreed that L.P. did not commit Child Abuse.  The Law Derpartment and DHS vigorously pursued a case of Child Abuse against L.P.  This is where you need protection.  A Finding of Child Abuse can prevent you from working around children.   Mr. Earl has protected people against overzealous social workers.

 

Douglas P. Earl, Esquire knows how to fight against Children and Youth. Do not be intimidated. Mr. Earl will fight for you. You will be surprised how one decision by a social worker assigned to investigate a claim of child abuse against you may set in motion a whole series of events which start taking away your rights. You will also be surprised that a decision by a social worker or therapist may be biased and not supported by the evidence.

 

October, 7, 2022 – Not Guilty Jury Verdict. Commonwealth vs. R.G., Common Please Court Criminal Division, 2021.  Douglas P.  Earl, Esquire defends R.G. against rape charges in a jury trial and wins an acquittal. R.G. found not guilty by jury on October 7, 2022.  Attorney Earl worked hard to uncover facts not found by detective.  Attorney Earl used cell phone video, had a transcript made of body cam footage and cell phone videos as well as photos.

 

September 19, 2022 – Douglas P. Earl, Esquire obtains return seized United States currency by the Drug Enforcement Agency to Client of $750,000 after hard fought settlement negotiations.

 

June 6, 2022 – Douglas P. Earl, Esquire obtains dismissal of charges of weapons and devices charges against Client for having a pellet gun at Philadelphia International Airport.  Client brought pellet gun to airport unknowingly. Pellet gun belonged to son and client did not know it was in her luggage.  Charges dismissed after client does community service.

 

October 30, 2020 – In the Matter of Seizure of Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($20,000) in United States Currency.  Douglas P. Earl, Esquire represents family member whose relative had $20,000 seized by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).  DEA claimed there was residue of cocaine on the money.  DEA agrees to return money.

 

As a lawyer in Philadelphia, Mr. Earl knows investigations. He has met with several Federal agents and Detectives in his years of practice. He has reviewed forensic interviews in fine detail. He represents people in family and criminal matters, as well as a variety of other matters. You may contact him during any stage of your case and he will be there by your side to help.

 

Mr. Earl can also help you with your family court related matters. If you need a restraining order, are going through a divorce, need your child support modified, or need help with custody issues, Mr. Earl will help you decide the best course of action and guide you every step of the way.

 

He will let you know ahead of time what to expect, what questions the judge may ask, what the opposing party will try to do, and help you prepare for your day in court. Clients feel comfortable with Mr. Earl by their side.

 

As a lawyer in Philadelphia, he is committed to providing you with top notch legal support. He approaches every client with a focus on integrity, advocacy, and understanding. He fights for you! You can be confident that you have made the right choice by choosing him as your attorney to represent you, when you need a positive outcome.

 

If you are looking for advice, need a lawyer in Philadelphia to go to court with you, or simply want to find out whether or not you have a viable case, call (215) 627-5970 today for a free consultation. He will discuss your options and give you an honest evaluation of your case.

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