How much does a Guardian Ad Litem cost and who pays?
Most Guardian Ad Litems charge their standard hourly rate for the work they perform as a Guardian Ad Litem. The Guardian Ad Litem’s fees should be discussed in advance and clearly outlined in their fee agreement. The parties can agree who will pay for the Guardian Ad Litem or how the fees will be split. The Judge can Order how much each party will pay the Guardian Ad Litem at the time the Guardian Ad Litem is appointed or at the conclusion of the case. If the parties cannot agree ultimately the Judge will decide how much each parent will pay the Guardian Ad Litem.
