Guardian ad Litem (GAL)

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An individual appointed by a court, either an attorney or a trained lay person, who provides independent information to the court on specific issues as requested by the court. Typically, a written report will be provided to the court and parents after an investigation that will include a statement of the child’s stated interests along with recommendations regarding what is in the child’s best interests.

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