Marisa K McClellan

Marisa K McClellan

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

Marisa K McClellan is a seasoned legal professional and accomplished administrator with a distinguished career spanning over two decades. She represents clients in custody, divorce, and adoption matters and serves as court-appointed counsel and guardian ad litem in parental rights cases. Before joining Tucker Arensberg, P.C., Ms. McClellan served as the administrator at Dauphin County Children and Youth. In this role, she oversaw a staff of approximately 200 employees across multiple departments, including child welfare case management, fiscal operations, legal operations, and program management. Ms. McClellan managed an annual $55 million budget and ensured compliance with Pennsylvania child welfare regulations, fostering a safe and supportive environment for children and families in the Capital Region. Her dedication to public service is evident through her extensive leadership roles and collaborative efforts, including the establishment of innovative programs such as specialized housing for youth with special needs and multi-agency task force teams addressing mental health and substance use issues. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Ms. McClellan spearheaded policy adaptations that ensured the safety of children, families, and staff. Previously, she served as senior staff attorney for Dauphin County Children and Youth, where she led litigation efforts in dependency court, orphans' court, and administrative law hearings. Ms. McClellan's experience spans juvenile law, child abuse and neglect, family law, and compliance with state and federal regulations. She also supervised legal teams, conducted extensive training, and contributed to statewide child welfare initiatives. Ms. McClellan's commitment to the legal and child welfare communities is reflected in her affiliations with several boards and organizations, including the Pennsylvania Children and Youth Administrators Association, National Association of County Human Services Administrators and Pennsylvania Bar Association, where she co-chairs the Children's Rights Committee. She has also been recognized with awards such as the 2017 Pennsylvania Child Advocate of the Year.

Marisa K McClellan's Courses

  • Pennsylvania Divorce Law Boot Camp

    Family Law

    PA Specific

    Credits Available
    Credit Status Total
    New Jersey CLE Approved 7.2 Total
    New York CLE Approved 7 Total
    Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
    OnDemand
  • Pennsylvania Family Law From A to Z

    Family Law

    PA Specific

    Credits Available
    Credit Status Total
    New York CLE Approved 7 Total
    Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
    OnDemand