Barton Center

The Barton Child Law and Policy Center, part of Emory University School of Law, is dedicated to promoting and protecting the legal rights of children involved in the juvenile court, child welfare, and youth justice systems in Georgia. The center provides holistic legal representation through law and graduate students, focusing on pre-court and tria... l levels, as well as supporting appeals and advocating for system reforms. It aims to inspire excellence among professionals and prepare emerging practitioners for careers in child advocacy. The center also engages in research-based policy development and legislative advocacy to achieve its reform objectives.Read More