Shaw 3 Law Firm, Led by Walter Shaw, Defends Families and Wins CPS Cases – Emerging Leader in San Bernardino Juvenile Dependency Law
As Child Protective Services (CPS) investigations increase across San Bernardino County, families—particularly in low-income and minority communities—are facing the risk of family separation without proper legal support. One law firm, Shaw 3 Law, is helping to change that.
Led by attorney Walter Shaw, the firm has handled over 1,000 juvenile dependency cases, focusing mainly on CPS defense —a legal area often overlooked by traditional family law firms. The team has helped parents successfully challenge CPS findings, reverse emergency removals, and secure reunification with their children i n complex dependency proceedings.
'Too often, parents are navigating CPS investigations without anyone truly advocating for them,' said Shaw. 'We work to make sure their rights are protected and their voices are heard in court.'
With growing concern about how the child welfare system disproportionately impacts marginalized families, Shaw has taken steps to ensure his legal practice is aligned with national standards. He recently became a member of the National Association of Counsel for Children (NACC), which provides training and certification in high-quality legal representation for all parties in child welfare cases.
Systemic Issues, Local Impact
San Bernardino County has one of the highest rates of child welfare involvement in California. Many families facing allegations of neglect or abuse are unfamiliar with the legal system and do not understand their rights—particularly in juvenile dependency court, where critical custody decisions are made quickly and often without thorough challenge.
Shaw 3 Law Firm works with mental health experts, extended family members, and investigators to build evidence-based defenses that prevent unnecessary removals and minimize the trauma of family separation.
'We're not just helping parents navigate the legal process—we're holding agencies accountable and pushing for fairness in a system that can be opaque and overwhelming,' Shaw added.
About Shaw 3 Law Firm
Based in San Bernardino, Shaw 3 Law Firm focuses solely on CPS and juvenile dependency law. With local knowledge and courtroom experience, the firm offers strategic defense for parents throughout California facing child welfare investigations.
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