Q: How to find a outside legal expert to investigate a previous case file from 2016?
The case is a child welfare case that I strongly believe violated my right to a fair trail in everyway possible. Seeking outside legal advice about the case. I recently submitted a application to the child abuse index and if my name was added I want to be prepared to have it removed along with personal reasons. Requested the information from the filing party and was denied no help with the other side also I tried researching myself and from what I read I would need a legal witness "not sure if that's the correct name" but is the correct way to address my concern?
A: To find an outside legal expert to review your child welfare case, you could reach out to bar associations, which often offer attorney referral services, or consult legal directories such as Martindale-Hubbell or Avvo. If you believe your right to a fair trial was violated, an attorney experienced in child welfare and family law can evaluate the merits of your case and potentially serve as an "expert witness" to testify on procedural or substantive irregularities. Given that you've been denied information and have concerns about possible child abuse index listing, it's imperative to consult an attorney as soon as possible to assess your legal options and possible remedies.
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