Justice for all ages
Our clients know themselves.
Our attorneys know the law.
Together, we’re fighting for justice for children & young adults across Massachusetts.
The Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts’ mission is to promote and secure equal justice and to maximize opportunity for low-income children and youth by providing quality, culturally-sensitive advocacy, and legal services.
Since its inception in 1977, The Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts’ comprehensive legal services, trainings, technical assistance, and broader policy work have benefited tens of thousands of children and families across the Commonwealth.
Their voices.
Their choices.
The Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts has zealously represented low-income children and youth. Consistent with its mission, the Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts attorneys offer client-directed legal representation and holistic advocacy with the goal of expanding children’s equitable access to achieve their own life goals.
Education
Breaking down systemic challenges that prevent opportunities to learn.
Family Integrity
Zealous advocacy for children in, at risk of entering, or aging out of foster care.
Immigration
Representing immigrant children and youth who are eligible for immigration status and protection.
Youth Justice
Science-based strategies with a focus on long-term success.
In 2025, we provided legal assistance in youth justice, immigration, family integrity and education to
549
young people
Our Stories
Dante, a nonverbal autistic student, spent nearly two years out of school while waiting for a district to find a suitable placement. With the Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts’ advocacy, he finally secured the education and services he deserved — and accountability for the time lost.
In response to advocacy spearheaded by the Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts, Lynn Public Schools has agreed to stop excluding children as young as 17-years-old from enrolling in school — an important win for newcomer and immigrant youth.
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The Children’s Law Center of Massachusetts submitted formal comments to the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (“DESE”) in response to proposed amendments pertaining to the use of restraint, seclusion, and time-out practices in educational settings. We called for supportive approaches that keep students safe, engaged, and connected with their peers.
From case wins to comments
Policy changes. Our commitment to our clients doesn’t. See what’s new in our network.
