Government-Funded Discrimination in Foster Care Placement Decisions
By Jessalyn Schwartz – April 5, 2019 | What practitioners and advocates should know about the South Carolina waiver.
Children's Rights Litigation
The Children's Rights Litigation Committee strives to improve the quality of the legal representation of children and provide members with opportunities to lead in the development of children's legal policy initiatives as well as various training opportunities.
Recent Practice Points
Five Tips for Prioritizing Extracurriculars as a Key Intervention for Youth
By Virginia Corrigan – March 25, 2019 | Here are a few ways lawyers can help their clients access these important opportunities.
Articles
School Closing Victory—The Fight to Save National Teachers Academy
By Katherine Gladson and Candace Moore – March 22, 2019 | It has been very difficult for communities to push back against proposed school closures.
Twenty Years of Progress in Advocating for a Child’s Right to Counsel
By Amy Harfeld – March 22, 2019 | There is much work to be done before the promise of full legal rights for dependent children is realized.
Sound Advice Podcasts
Zealous Lawyers for Children: An Essential Part of the Child Welfare System
By Leslie Heimov | Leslie Heimov discusses why legal representation for children (and parents!) is essential within a child welfare system and how good representation helps a judge determine what is in the best interest of the child. (8:24 min)
Experts of Their Own Lives: Childrens' Participation in the Courtroom
By Erik Pitchal | Judge Erik Pitchal shares lessons he has learned about treating children as experts of their own lives and including them in court proceedings. (7:48 min)
Children's Rights Litigation
Learn how to get involved with the Alternative Dispute Resolution committee and maximize your Section membership!