Articles From Jessica N. Hudspeth

Benefits of Intervention in Child Abuse and Neglect By Jessica N. Hudspeth Child Law, April 2025 Intervention in cases of child abuse and neglect can have an immeasurable impact on the child’s life. Early intervention in these cases provides the most benefit to not only the child but also their parents and/or caregivers. Early intervention could very well prevent immediate effects, such as aggression and behavior issues, from transitioning into juvenile delinquency. 
An Interview with Marion County State’s Attorney, Timothy J. Hudspeth By Jessica N. Hudspeth Child Law, April 2024 A Q-&-A with Marion County State's Attorney Timothy J. Hudspeth.
Agency v. DCFS Adoption: An Adoptive Parent’s Perspective By Jessica N. Hudspeth Child Law, October 2020 Reflections on the adoption process from an adoptive parent.
An Interview With the Honorable Ericka Sanders, Associate Judge for the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois By Jessica N. Hudspeth Child Law, March 2020 A Q&A-style interview with Hon. Ericka Sanders.

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