How does a guardian ad litem decide what is best for the child?
The GAL talks with everyone who knows a lot about the child. This includes the child, parents, relatives, foster parents, teachers, social workers, psychologists doctors and others with important information. The GAL reads the reports written about the child/family. Sometimes, the GAL will ask other professionals to help the GAL learn about the child’s needs. The GAL visits where the child lives and where the child might go to live. The GAL also learns about the services available for the child and family.
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