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National Law Journal, Washington's Most Influential Women Lawyers
June 28, 2010

In a profession still dominated by men, these power players have taken a sledgehammer to the glass ceiling to grab their place among the elite of the Washington bar.  Judith Sandalow singled out as one of top 50 women lawyers in DC.

The Blog of Legal Times, DC Bar Honors Lawyers, Inaugurates President-Elect
June 25, 2010

On June 24th, the DC Bar honored individuals and law firms for their work over the past year, including CLC volunteer attorney, Nancy Hendry, named Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year.

The Washington Post, New generation of deeply involved dads is shifting idea of the American family
June 17, 2010

Columnist Petula Dvorak profiles a former CLC client in a column honoring the "New Dads" on Father's Day.

Grio Shoots for Change, Lands Among the Stars
June 11, 2010

K Street Kate writes about Walter Grio's photography exhibit at Peacock Cafe.

The Scene Bisnow, Shoot for Change
June 10, 2010

The Scene Bisnow snapped photos of "Shoot for Change," a debut of photography by Walter Grio that benefited CLC.

The Georgetown Dish, Shoot for Change
June 10, 2010

The Georgetown Dish highlights CLC in its write-up about Walter Grio's benefit photo exhibit.

Washington Examiner: DC Budget Lauded by Children's Advocates
June 7, 2010

The D.C. Council restored millions of dollars for children's programs, a move praised by advocates.

The Washington Post, DC special ed chief apologizes for mishandling private school removal plan
May 27, 2010

The District's top special education official apologized to a roomful of anxious parents Wednesday night for mishandling an attempt to remove their children from private schools where they had been placed at public expense because the city was unable to meet their needs.

The Washington Post, From rats to heaters, doctor-lawyer team fights barriers to family health care
May 26, 2010

The Washington Post profiled CLC's medical-legal partnership with Children's National Medical Center, which allies doctors and lawyers to fight obstacles to family health care.

WAMU 88.5FM, Commentary on Mayor's Child Abuse Prevention Plan
May 18, 2010

Judith Sandalow urges Mayor Fenty to do more to prevent child abuse and neglect, calling his plan "all talk and very little action" and criticizing his proposed budget cuts to programs that protect children.

The Washington Post, Council Member Brown Pitches Tax Plan to DC Wealthy
May 14, 2010

D.C. Wire covers Council Member Michael Brown's meeting with DC residents to discuss the so-called "millionaire's tax," hosted at CLC.

Washington City Paper, A Leaner CFSA Means Less Kids, Families Under City Watch
April 23, 2010

CLC provides an expert opinion on the Mayor's proposed cuts to the CFSA budget.

The Washington Post, Adoption Law Change Aids Foster Parents
April 21, 2010

The Washington Post reports on a new adoption law that helps foster families to provide permanent homes for children. Judith Sandalow says, “it’s the biggest step forward…in my 10 years here.”

News Channel 8, DC Law May Help Foster Families
April 21, 2010

News Channel 8 reports on the new adoption and guardianship law that will help create more than 100 new families each year.

Washington City Paper, Fenty's Proposed Budget Cuts Include Housing Program
April 20, 2010

Sharra Greer, CLC policy director, comments on the Mayor's proposed elimination of the Child and Family Services Agency's Rapid Housing Program, calling it a "huge deal."

Legal Bisnow, Children's Law
April 16, 2010

Legal Bisnow reports on Judith Sandalow's 10th anniversary celebration, featuring numerous supporters from local law firms.

The District's Dime, The Tale of Two Cities
April 15, 2010

Judith Sandalow guest blogs for DCFPI, examining Portfolio.com’s claim that DC is the second best city in the country for young people aged 18-34.

Association & Non-Profit Bisnow, 10 Years!
April 15, 2010

Association & Non-Profit Bisnow reports on an event hosted by Diana and Stephen Goldberg that celebrated Judith Sandalow's 10th anniversary with CLC and highlighted our work with Children's National Medical Center.

Fox 5 News, A Tale of Two Cities
March 26, 2010

Executive Director Judith Sandalow describes the effects of rising poverty on children in the District.

The Washington Post, Anti-poverty Coalition to Put Pressure on DC Officials
March 23, 2010

Judith Sandalow is quoted in a D.C. Wire blog posting about how to fight poverty in the District.

“I would thank Children’s Law Center for giving me a chance to go to a four year college or even a trade school, to do something I’d like to do. Like maybe be a sportscaster … or a chef.”
-Kyle,
17 years old

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