Dora Bussell and Ruby Douglas were the grandmothers of LaChelle C. Arrington. These remarkable women exemplified what it means to care for one’s community. Though they lived in different parts of Detroit and were not wealthy, both were God-fearing women who would give their last to help others.
The Dora and Ruby Legal Resource Center is dedicated to strengthening families by providing accessible, compassionate, and community-centered support. Our mission is to empower parents and caregivers—regardless of financial means—through practical legal assistance and safe spaces for parent-child connection.
Held at the Dora and Ruby Family Center in Downtown Wayne, MI, these sessions provide a safe, neutral, and relaxed environment where parents can reestablish, maintain, or strengthen relationships with their children.
Provided by licensed attorneys in partnership with Dora and Ruby PLLC, this service offers focused legal support in specific areas—such as custody, parenting time, or guardianship—without the cost of full representation. It is designed to make legal help more accessible for families navigating complex issues.

LaChelle C Arrington is a family law and probate practitioner, as well as a mediator, serving Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, and Washtenaw Counties. Dora and Ruby was established as a nonprofit to support all parents—those with financial means and those without. She believes Dora and Ruby will provide parents with a safe, relaxed environment to reestablish, maintain, or further strengthen the parent-child relationshi
Jason Arrington has over 15 years of experience working in the field of mental health. He serves as a mentor to young fathers and is a strong believer in the sanctity of family.
Our staff are thoughtfully selected for their expertise in working with families and their commitment to professionalism and compassion. Our team of parenting time supervisors includes Licensed Professional Counselors, Social Workers, Mental Health Professionals, and Health Care Workers—all dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for families.
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