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Guardian ad Litem
A Guardian ad Litem, abbreviated GAL, is an attorney licensed to practice law in Wisconsin. The GAL’s role is to represent the best interests of the children as determined by the GAL through an investigation.
Read more below on how Ruffalo Law handles this.
Read more below on how Ruffalo Law handles this.
Best Outcomes for Children
Ruffalo Law, LLC, is dedicated to representing the best interests of children involved in legal proceedings through its Guardian ad Litem services. A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a court-appointed advocate whose primary role is to ensure that the child’s voice is heard and their needs are prioritized in cases such as custody disputes, abuse or neglect situations, and other family law matters.
Ruffalo Law brings compassion, experience, and a deep commitment to each case, working diligently to gather all relevant information, meet with all parties, and understand the unique circumstances of each child. Through thorough investigation and thoughtful recommendations, this firm aims to provide the court with the insights needed to make informed decisions that best serve the child’s welfare and future.
Ruffalo Law brings compassion, experience, and a deep commitment to each case, working diligently to gather all relevant information, meet with all parties, and understand the unique circumstances of each child. Through thorough investigation and thoughtful recommendations, this firm aims to provide the court with the insights needed to make informed decisions that best serve the child’s welfare and future.
The Process
While the process may vary depending on the type of case, this is the typical process you can expect in a divorce, custody, and placement case.
1
Ruffalo Law accepts the case
Ruffalo Law formally agrees to represent the child’s best interests in the legal proceedings as the appointed guardian ad litem.
2
Letters are sent to all parties (parents, attorneys)
Notification letters are sent to all relevant parties, such as parents and their attorneys, informing them of Ruffalo Law’s involvement in the case.
3
Interview meetings are scheduled separately for all parties.
Separate interviews are scheduled with each party involved to gather comprehensive information about the case.
4
Meet with the child or children
A meeting is arranged with the child or children to understand their perspective, needs, and wishes.
5
Ruffalo Law determines a recommendation and submits it to the court.
Based on the gathered information, Ruffalo Law makes recommendations regarding the child’s best interests and submits a detailed report to the court.
6
Court renders decision
The court reviews the submitted report and other relevant information to make a final decision in the best interests of the child.
For Additional Information
The State Bar of Wisconsin is an excellent resource for answering your questions about Guardians ad Litem in Family Court. Their resources can be found here.