Fighting for DC kids
Every child deserves to have a stable family, good health, a quality education and to live in a world in which racism, trauma and poverty are eliminated as barriers to success.
We help the DC community by:
A stable family is a critical building block for a child’s success. We are appointed by judges in the District court to represent children in foster care or when caregivers are disputing custody.
“Raising my grandsons brings so much joy to my life.” - Mr. Waters
A Grandparent Caregiver Raises His Grandsons - And JoyEvery child can learn if they are in the right educational setting. This is especially important for students with disabilities. Our lawyers work with the parents and school to get a child’s education back on the right path.
“Things changed when Children’s Law Center got involved.” - Mr. Sorto.
Tapping into Yesenia's Inner CreativitySome problems can’t be fixed by medicine alone. Our lawyers work side-by-side with pediatricians to find and fix the root causes of a child’s health problem.
Partnerships that improve health outcomes
Kamira is Breathing Easier Thanks to Innovative PartnershipWe partner with District agencies, the DC Council and community organizations to find and implement city-wide solutions and systemic changes that benefit all DC kids.
Celebrating record-breaking investments in DC kids
DC children and families win in the FY22 budget
2021 Helping Children Soar Benefit
25 years ago, DC welcomed a new organization – one that would have an impact on more than 40,000 children and families directly and hundreds…
Support Our Work
You can help a child thrive. Support Children’s Law Center with a contribution today! Learn more about our matching and tribute gift programs, how to donate stocks and ways to support our Children Can’t Wait Fund.
Our Team
All Team Members-
Jessica Kurtz Zagoren
Senior Supervising Attorney
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Shannon D. Smith
Manager of Talent Development and Inclusion
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Veena Subramanian
Staff Attorney
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Maryam Emory
Equal Justice Works Fellow