ABOUT CHILD LAW SERVICES INC.

The Mission of ChildLaw Services, Inc. is to advocate for the well-being of children by giving them a stronger voice through legal representation, policy development, and coordinated planning.

Legal Services

Child Abuse & Neglect Representation

Child Custody - Guardian Ad Litem

Child Victims of Crime (Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, etc)

Adoption (Contested and Uncontested)

Juvenile Delinquency

Truancy Cases

Special Programs

Teen Court is a legally binding alternative system of justice that offers first-time offenders an opportunity to make restitution for their offenses through community service, educational classes, and jury service.  Teen Court tries real cases by utilizing trained youth volunteers serving as defense, prosecution, jury, clerk, and bailiff.

Partners In Prevention is a project of Prevent Child Abuse West Virginia.  As a member of the Mercer County PIP Team, ChildLaw Services implements the Girls on the Run program and engages in abuse prevention efforts through Body Safety Classes, Listening Projects, and Youth Development efforts.