FocusPromote a shared responsibility for building Communities of Hope
CategoryCommunity engagement
Content TypeReport
This comprehensive list of class action litigation brought forward by or on behalf of children in foster care has been updated for 2026, in partnership with the Barton Child Law and Policy Center at Emory University.
The cases included in this document seek comprehensive system reform by addressing alleged constitutional and statutory violations of substantive and procedural rights. Information presented on each case includes: the name of the lawsuit; the date the lawsuit was filed; a description of the case; the latest status update; and links to related resources.
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Summary of child welfare class action litigation
This comprehensive list of class action litigation brought forward by or on behalf of children in foster care has been updated for 2026.
Casey Family Programs consults with individuals and teams across the country to compile research, experiences, and insights about approaches that can safely reduce the need for foster care and ensure the well-being of children and families. We share this information broadly to help child welfare leaders and their partners tackle similar issues in their own communities. For questions about this resource, or if you have other child welfare information needs, please email kmresources@casey.org.
FocusPromote a shared responsibility for building Communities of Hope
CategoryCommunity engagement
Content TypeReport
This comprehensive list of class action litigation brought forward by or on behalf of children in foster care has been updated for 2026, in partnership with the Barton Child Law and Policy Center at Emory University.
The cases included in this document seek comprehensive system reform by addressing alleged constitutional and statutory violations of substantive and procedural rights. Information presented on each case includes: the name of the lawsuit; the date the lawsuit was filed; a description of the case; the latest status update; and links to related resources.
Read the full report
Summary of child welfare class action litigation
This comprehensive list of class action litigation brought forward by or on behalf of children in foster care has been updated for 2026.
Casey Family Programs consults with individuals and teams across the country to compile research, experiences, and insights about approaches that can safely reduce the need for foster care and ensure the well-being of children and families. We share this information broadly to help child welfare leaders and their partners tackle similar issues in their own communities. For questions about this resource, or if you have other child welfare information needs, please email kmresources@casey.org.
