Family Law Attorney Alex Haile explains that appointing a guardian ad litem might be a good idea in some cases.
A guardian ad litem is a third party, usually a lawyer, that will protect the interest of the child and advocates on their behalf. They will talk to the child, their teachers, doctors and anyone else that is around the child.
You will need to file a motion to have someone appointed.  Once that motion has been filed the court then decides whether a guardian ad litem is a good idea.
A guardian ad litem may not work in all cases, but it can be a useful tool. If you think that a Guardian Ad Litem might be a good idea in your case contact one of our Family Law Attorneys at Dummit Fradin and we'll discuss your options and help guide you through the process.