Children who come into contact with the legal system will often need the assistance of a lawyer. The lawyer, government department, institution, or organization offering legal assistance will likely vary with a child's particular legal needs. Different legal situations will necessitate different approaches, of course, but the most important thing to keep in mind as the legal landscape shifts is always the best interest of the children involved. Building on the concept of child-friendly justice, which calls for all legal systems to be adapted to the rights and special situations…
