The children's aid society brought a summary judgment motion seeking extended society care and significantly reduced access for three children.
The mother and the Office of the Children's Lawyer opposed the motion.
The court found no genuine issue for trial regarding disposition, as the mother remained homeless and unable to provide stable care, and ordered extended society care.
However, the court found a genuine issue for trial regarding access, noting the children's strong bond with their mother.
Using its expanded fact-finding powers, the court made a final order granting more frequent access than the society proposed, tailored to each child's specific needs and views.
