Mind your Ps and Qs: Some tips for interviewing kidsBy Michael W. RaridonChild Law, September 2016The author, a GAL with more than 27 years' experience, shares his ideas for how to serve the best interests of the children.
The Indian Child Welfare Act: No clear Illinois guidanceBy Lisa Giese & Lindsay Michelle JurgensenRacial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, May 2016It 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 guidanceBy Lisa Giese & Lindsay Michelle JurgensenChild Law, March 2016It 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 interrogationBy Elizabeth E. ClarkeChild Law, March 2016In 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 21By Elizabeth E. ClarkeChild Law, December 2015A 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 & Angela PetersChild Law, December 2015The 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 & Angela PetersFamily Law, November 2015The 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 trainingChild Law, September 2015As 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.
Assessing children’s forensic interview statementsBy Amy RussellChild Law, March 2013A discussion of several elements that might assist in assessing the internal reliability of a child’s interview statements.
Casenote: In re A.P. and J.P. , 2012 IL 113875By Kimberly L. DahlenChild Law, March 2013The Illinois Supreme Court unanimously affirmed the appellate court’s decision to reverse the circuit court's finding.
Navigating Juvenile CourtBy Bridget L. SchottChild Law, March 2013An overview of juvenile law, for those attorneys who may be unfamiliar.
Child custody and military familiesBy Catherine M. RyanChild Law, September 2012Caring, competent parents should not lose custody of their children because they answer the call of their country.
Adoption code changes affecting access to birth certificatesBy Kimberly L. Dahlen & Ayla N. EllisonChild Law, August 2011Beginning 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 legislationBy Linda S. CoonChild Law, August 2011Read about the recent legislation that amends the Illinois Adoption Act.
Child sex exploitation study probes extent of victimization in IllinoisBy Jessica AshleyWomen and the Law, June 2008The commercial sexual exploitation of children in the United States, often referred to as “modern day slavery,” is a multi-million-dollar industry supported by revenue from prostitution and pornography.
Legislation-Passed billsBy Steve BakerChild Law, June 2008The 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 legislationBy Steve BakerChild Law, June 2007Legislation of interest to child law practitioners.
Changes to impartial due process hearings for children with disabilitiesBy Gail FriedmanChild Law, March 2007Public Law PA 94-1100, amending and changing sections of the School Code pertaining to children with disabilities, was signed into law by Governor Rod Blagojevich on February 2, 2007.
