Navigating CHIPS & JIPS Cases in Wisconsin: Advocacy for Families and Children 2025

Counsel for kids

When children and families enter Wisconsin’s juvenile court system, what transpires can shape a child’s potential and their future for years to come. Juvenile court practitioners must have a firm grasp of relevant substantive law and the compassion to address the deeply personal challenges that families and children face. Understanding the statutory frameworks of Chapters 48, covering Children in Need of Protection or Services (CHIPS), and 938, covering Juveniles in Need of Protection or Services (JIPS), is essential to ensure that children’s needs are met while protecting the rights of families.

Build better outcomes

Navigating CHIPS and JIPS Cases in Wisconsin: Advocacy for Families and Children offers a start-to-finish look at CHIPS and JIPS proceedings. You’ll gain practical strategies tailored to your role—whether it’s advising parents, representing children, or acting as a guardian ad litem (GAL).

You’ll explore:

• Key distinctions between CHIPS and JIPS proceedings and how they differ from private guardianship matters
• How cases are initiated and the unique procedural requirements under Wisconsin law
• Effective practices for fact-finding, cross-examination, disposition hearings, and post-disposition advocacy
• Approaches to ethical challenges, including confidentiality and privilege in multi-party cases
• How to work with tribal courts and address key considerations under the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

Be well-prepared for every stage of juvenile court proceedings with Navigating CHIPS and JIPS Cases in Wisconsin: Advocacy for Families and Children.