Guardian ad litem definition

Guardian ad litem means an individual whom the court appoints to assist the court in determining the child's best interests. A guardian ad litem does not need to be an attorney.

Guardian ad litem means a person, appointed by the court

Guardian ad litem means a person, appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child in a proceeding under this chapter, or in any matter which may be consolidated with a proceeding under this chapter. A "court-appointed special advocate" appointed by the court to be the guardian ad litem for the child, or to perform substantially the same duties and functions as a guardian ad litem, shall be deemed to be guardian ad litem for all purposes and uses of this chapter.

Examples of Guardian ad litem in a sentence

• Guardian ad litem appointed in accordance with section 26 of the Child Care Act 1991.

• Any other factors that the court considers to be relevant.(b) Guardian ad litem and defense fees for indigents; liability.

• A Guardian ad litem shall include in the Statement of Qualifications filed pursuant to RCW 11.88.090 a statement as to whether the guardian ad litem currently represents any professional guardians, and if so, the name(s) of such guardian(s).(c) Multiple Roles in Same Proceeding; Self-Dealing.

• Guardian ad litem fees shall not be taxed as a cost or disbursement.

• Requests in cases of Unlimited Jurisdiction, for appointment of a Guardian ad litem should normally not seek appointment of a person that has a claim arising from the same event or conduct.

More Definitions of Guardian ad litem

Guardian ad litem means a person, appointed by the court to

Guardian ad litem means the same as that term is defined in Section 78A-2-801.

Guardian ad litem means a person, not related to a party to the action, appointed by the court to represent the best interest of a party who is under a legal disability.RCW 26.33.020

Guardian ad litem means a person, appointed by the

Guardian ad litem means a person familiar with the provisions of this Part who is appointed from the list of surrogate parents or who is a pro bono attorney appointed to represent the interests of a student in an impartial hearing pursuant to section 200.5(j)(3)(ix) of this Part and, where appropriate, to join in an appeal to the State Review Officer initiated by the parent or board of education pursuant to section 200.5(k) of this Part. A guardian ad litem shall have the right to fully participate in the impartial hearing to the extent indicated in section 200.5(j)(3)(xii) of this Part.

Guardian ad litem means a person appointed by the court to represent the minor’s interests before the court.

Guardian ad litem means a person appointed to represent a newborn under Title 41, chapter 3.