The mission of the Center for Children, Law & Policy is to engage in legal and interdisciplinary scholarship, advocacy and teaching to advance the interest of children through public policy. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or suggestions.
Professor Ellen Marrus
Kristen Guerrero Dorton
J.D., University of Houston Law Center
M.Ed., University of St. Thomas
B.A., University of Houston
B.S., University of Houston-Clear Lake
Kristen was a member of the Moot Court and Alternative Dispute Resolution teams and served as Secretary of the Public Interest Law Organization (PILO) during her 3L year. During her time at the law center she also served as a Student Attorney at the Dual- Status Representation Clinic at UHLC clinic and was a Public Interest Fellow at the Center for Children, Law and Policy. Prior to law school, Kristen worked in education for 17 years. She currently clerks in the 280th District Court and provides pro bono services for non-profit organizations.
Download our one-page, easy-to-read guide on the Collateral Consequences that affect children involved in the juvenile justice system.
Youth Justice Attorney Handbook (Flipbook)
Youth Justice Attorney Handbook (PDF)
Collateral Consequences Booklet of Juvenile Adjudication (Flipbook)
Collateral Consequences Booklet of Juvenile Adjudication (pdf)
Selling Justice Short: Juvenile Indigent Defense in Texas
Navigating the Juvenile Justice System: TEXAS
Navigating the Juvenile Justice System: TEXAS (pdf)
Youth Justice Attorney Handbook (Flipbook)
