In a family court case involving children, a Guardian ad Litem’s (GAL’s ) role is to make recommendations for the best interests of the child or children during a custody dispute.
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Guardian ad Litem
In New Jersey, a GAL can be appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child or children during a legal proceeding, and in this situation, when custody, visitation and parenting time is being decided by a judge. One or both parents can request for the court to appoint the GAL. A GAL’s responsibility is to gather information to provide an insightful, informed recommendation to the court.
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