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ON DEMAND: The Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in a Child Custody Case: Serving as a GAL, and Working with a GAL when Representing a Party
Credit: 0 Credit Hours Join a panel comprised of judges assigned to the Domestic Relations calendar and family law attorneys for a discussion of the role of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in a child custody case. The panel discussion will cover considerations related both to serving as a GAL, and working with a GAL when representing a party. Specific topics will include how to determine when the appointment of a GAL may be appropriate in a custody case; how to become a GAL; the GAL’s relationship with their child client; the GAL’s relationship with the Court; the GAL’s role in a case; and navigating issues surrounding a child’s testimony.
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Sponsored by: D.C. Bar Family Law Community Related Communities of Interest: D.C. Bar Litigation Community; D.C. Bar Public Interest and Courts Community
Speakers:
Hon. Julie Becker, Associate Judge, Superior Court of the District of Columbia
Hon. Steven Wellner, Associate Judge, Superior Court of the District of Columbia
Diane Weinroth, Special Counsel, Children's Law Center
Abraham Sisson, Supervising Attorney, Children's Law Center (Moderator)
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