The ALC developed from an idea put forward at the first annual conference organised by child care solicitors and was inaugurated at the third National Conference in Manchester in 1992
The ALC works in England and Wales, and welcomes all applications for membership from individuals in relevant work with or for children. In addition, applications from officers of appropriate organisations will be considered
Membership is available to solicitors, barristers and legal staff involved in work relating to children
ALC membership is offered to others involved in working with or for children, such as Children's Guardians, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and paediatricians
