Join the International Child Abduction Attorney Network
(ICAAN)
In a nationwide effort to assist parents, the National Center for Missing
& Exploited Children (NCMEC) asks attorneys to volunteer to represent
left-behind parents of children abducted by a family member. A commitment
to handle at least one pro-bono case entitles you to membership in ICAAN.
ICAAN is an excellent opportunity to gain international, family-law
experience. The majority of ICAAN attorneys specialize in family or international
law, but NCMEC can provide members without prior experience with reference
materials and issue briefs.
For Each Case, We Provide:
- Translations, court orders, and relevant legal documents
- Information on the possible location of the child and respondent
parent
- Proof of the applicant's low-income status
- Helpful articles and model legal forms relating to the Hague Convention
- Legal technical assistance
Register
online or contact us: 1-800-843-5678 or icaan@ncmec.org.
Note Regarding ICAAN and the Transition of Incoming Central
Authority Duties to
Department of State:
Previously the ICAAN program was focused on providing representation to left
behind parents in incoming Hague matters. However, following the following
the transition of incoming Central Authority duties to the Department of State,
ICAAN’s role has been broadened to provide representation in international
(and domestic) family abduction matters of all kinds, including both Hague and
non-Hague matters.
In addition, if you are interested in being part of
the Department of State’s attorney referral program we can provide your
information to DOS’s Office of Children’s Issues or you may contact
them directly at AbductionUSCA@state.gov or 202-663-3119. For more information
visit the Department
of State’s resource
page for attorneys and judges and their Attorney
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