Guardian Ad Litem
When divorcing parents cannot agree on a child custody arrangement or child support schedule, the debate between them can become very heated. Sometimes family courts even become concerned about the safety and wellbeing of the children caught between fighting parents. In these cases, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem , someone who is selected to represent the interest of the children throughout the divorce settlement process.
A guardian ad litem is often a grandparent or other relative who has remained relatively neutral in regards to the divorce proceedings. To find out more about the specifics of court-appointed guardian ad litems, contact the Conroe divorce lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C. at 281-362-2865 today.
What Does a Guardian Ad Litem Do?
A guardian ad litem looks after children or developmentally delayed adults while legal issues such as custody are being settled. He or she is responsible for:
- Feeding the child or children
- Taking care of their physical and emotional needs
- Taking them to and from school
- Making sure their legal rights are protected
The appointment of a guardian ad litem is relatively rare; in most, cases temporary guardianship will just be given to one parent until a custody agreement is settled upon. Guardian ad litems are appointed for the safety and sanity of children whose parents cannot work together during the divorce process.
Contact Us
If you wish to find out more about guardianship ad litem, contact the Conroe divorce lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C. at 281-362-2865.
