The Youth Law Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which provides free juvenile legal information and advocacy to Polk County youth and

legal advice to youth across the State of Iowa. The

Youth Law Center provides youth, and professionals

who work with youth, legal information pertaining to

areas such as: emancipation, abuse and neglect,

sexual abuse, family problems, school, homelessness, mental health, chemical dependency, delinquency,

and guardianship/custody issues. The team is also available to speak to school and community groups about youth rights and responsibilities. The Youth Law Center's professional services team is comprised of

case workers and attorneys. 

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Office Hours:    Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm  CST

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Address:           300 Walnut Ste. 295

                          Des Moines, IA 50309

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Phone:               515-244-1172 / 1-800-728-1172

Fax:                   515-244-4370

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Eligibility Requirements:  Children under 18 years of age or professionals who work with youth.   No fees charged to juvenile clients.