When a parent wins a dependency appeal, the Court of Appeal typically sends the case back to the juvenile court for further proceedings. This may involve a new hearing, a corrected order, or a reconsideration of the evidence under the proper legal standard. Winning an appeal does not automatically return a child home, but it can reopen opportunities that were previously closed. I explain what the appellate court's decision means and what to expect when the case returns to the trial court. A successful appeal can change the direction of your case.