By Attorney Kristin Leaf, Partner in the Family Law Department at GRGB
If a judge has appointed a guardian ad litem in your custody case, you may understandably feel some nervousness about this stranger who now has significant influence over what happens with your children. The GAL will investigate your family, interview you and your children, and make recommendations to the court about custody and placement. Understanding how to work effectively with the GAL can make the difference between winning and losing your case.
Learning how to present yourself and your case from your child’s perspective helps you make a positive impression that reflects well on your parenting. You can do this without being dishonest or making things up, and our Milwaukee, WI contested child custody attorney can show you how.