Guardian Ad Litem Roles

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A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Ohio represents the childs interests in court. Kinship programs are typically managed by different professionals. While a GAL may have some involvement, they are not likely to run the program. For more specific advice, it is recommended to consult a local family law attorney.

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I need to speak to a paralegal about whats going on on my parenting time court case.
Hello **** Osborne, I understand your concern regarding your parenting time court case. However, I'm unable to provide contact with a paralegal. I can provide general information about child custody laws. Could you please let me know your location to provide more accurate information?
Can a guardian ad litem also run the kinship program?
A Guardian ad Litem's primary role is to represent the child's best interests in court. However, the rules vary based on location. Could you please provide the state where this issue is taking place for more specific information?
Ohio
In Ohio:
- A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) represents the child's interests in court.
- A kinship program is typically run by a different professional.
- A GAL may have involvement, but not likely to run the program.
Please contact a local family law attorney for more specific advice.