Michigan Law’s Child Welfare Appellate Clinic marks a significant win on housing at State Court of Appeals
Published: December 04, 2025
The Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled that small size alone does not
mean a home is unfit for a child, thanks to the work of the Child
Welfare Appellate Clinic.
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