OCFS-5511. The Unified Court System Enhanced Quality Legal Representation Services Plan

Form OCFS-5511, the Unified Court System Enhanced Quality Legal Representation Services Plan, outlines a plan for delivering quality legal representation services to children in foster care cases. This form is a collaborative effort between child welfare agencies and the court system to ensure effective legal representation for children in care.

The form consists of sections where the child welfare agency and court system outline their commitment to providing enhanced quality legal representation services. It includes sections for detailing the roles and responsibilities of each party, methods for evaluating the quality of representation, and strategies for continuous improvement.

Important fields in this form include sections related to the agency's and court system's commitments, evaluation methods, and strategies for quality improvement. Accurate completion ensures that both parties are aligned in their approach to providing effective legal representation for children.

Application Example: A child welfare agency and the court system collaborate to complete Form OCFS-5511, outlining their joint plan for enhancing the quality of legal representation services. By establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and evaluation mechanisms, both parties contribute to better outcomes for children in foster care cases.