Section Newsletter Articles on Child Law
The Indian Child Welfare Act: No clear Illinois guidance
By Lisa Giese and Lindsay Michelle Jurgensen
Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law,
May 2016
It is crucial for Native American families, attorneys, and courts to understand the nuances of ICWA and its applicability in order to navigate child custody proceedings involving children of Native American descent.
The Indian Child Welfare Act: No clear Illinois guidance
By Lisa Giese and Lindsay Michelle Jurgensen
Child Law,
March 2016
It is crucial for Native American families, attorneys, and courts to understand the nuances of ICWA and its applicability in order to navigate child custody proceedings involving children of Native American descent.
Time to protect children during interrogation
By Elizabeth E. Clarke
Child Law,
March 2016
In this year, the 50th anniversary of Miranda, it’s time to acknowledge that children are incapable of “exercising their Miranda right” so the right to counsel must be automatic.
Movement to raise the age of juvenile court to 21
By Elizabeth E. Clarke
Child Law,
December 2015
A new report, introduced by U.S. Assistant Attorney General Karol Mason, the report, Community-Based Responses to Justice Involved Young Adults, recommends raising the age of juvenile court to 21.
When can parents leave their children alone?
By Diane L. Redleaf and Angela Peters
Child Law,
December 2015
The current law and policy on the question of what constitutes “inadequate supervision” is, quite frankly, a mess. In Illinois, there are at least four different legal standards at play in Illinois’ intersecting criminal, juvenile court and governing child welfare reporting and investigations law.
When can parents leave their children alone?
By Diane L. Redleaf and Angela Peters
Family Law,
November 2015
The current law and policy on the question of what constitutes “inadequate supervision” is, quite frankly, a mess. In Illinois, there are at least four different legal standards at play in Illinois’ intersecting criminal, juvenile court and governing child welfare reporting and investigations law.
CASA—Volunteers and training
Child Law,
September 2015
As CASA in Illinois continues to grow to meet the needs of abused and neglected children, more volunteers as well as more professionals willing to share their talents to train volunteers are needed. To learn more about CASA in Illinois, please visit www.illinoiscasa.org.
Navigating Juvenile Court
By Bridget L. Schott
Child Law,
March 2013
An overview of juvenile law, for those attorneys who may be unfamiliar.
Child custody and military families
By Catherine M. Ryan
Child Law,
September 2012
Caring, competent parents should not lose custody of their children because they answer the call of their country.
Adoption code changes affecting access to birth certificates
By Kimberly L. Dahlen and Ayla N. Ellison
Child Law,
August 2011
Beginning November 15, 2011, any adopted adult or surrendered person, who was born in Illinois on or after January 1, 1946, may complete and file a request for a non-certified copy of an original birth certificate.
Recent adoption legislation
By Linda S. Coon
Child Law,
August 2011
Read about the recent legislation that amends the Illinois Adoption Act.
Legislation-Passed bills
By Steve Baker
Child Law,
June 2008
The following are summaries of new legislation in Illinois affecting the practice of criminal law. As these are summaries only, the Public Act should be reviewed before reliance.
Child law legislation
By Steve Baker
Child Law,
June 2007
Legislation of interest to child law practitioners.
Overview of DCFS investigations
By Janet Wukus Ahern
Child Law,
December 2006
This year over 70,000 people will call the Department of Children and Family Services hotline to report suspected abuse or neglect of a child.
Dupuy v. Samuels (DCFS Director), re DCFS safety plans case report
By Angela Peters
Women and the Law,
June 2006
Entire families, including mothers, fathers, children, siblings, aunts, uncles, grandparents, male and females of any description are possible persons who can be affected by DCFS safety plans.
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