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Join us for the 2026 Annual Conference is May 7-8, 2026 at the Zermatt Resort in Midway, Utah. Registration closes April 6, 2026! Register Here.
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2026 Annual conference May 7-8 at Zermatt Resort! Register by April 6!
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Memberships Now Available!
〰️ UFDA News 〰️ 2026 Annual conference May 7-8 at Zermatt Resort! Register by April 6! 〰️ Memberships Now Available!
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About Utah FDA
The Utah Family Defenders Association is a 501(c)3 tax exempt charitable organization that exists to provide training and assistance to attorneys who represent parents in Utah's Juvenile Courts.
Since 2005, we have been dedicated to helping improve outcomes for Utah's families through the support of parent attorneys. Whether the case involves removal of a child from his/her home or in-home protective supervision services, knowledge of DCFS practices and policies and diligent and creative representation for parents improves outcomes for children and their families.
Services UFDA provides:
Training
Reimbursement assistance
Consultation
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Training
The UFDA offers training to attorneys who represent parents in juvenile court proceedings
Consultation
The UFDA offers to consult with attorneys on child welfare matters
Reimbursement Assistance
One of the UFDA's functitons is to manage the funds dscribed in Utah Code 63A-11-203
Member Directory
Members can add their contact information to our directory which is provided to the public