Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Guardian ad-litem

Why would a court appoint a guardian ad-litem when an the mother (0nly living relative) was already appointed the minor childs guardian?


Asked on 2/18/09, 11:48 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

Re: Guardian ad-litem

The purpose of a guardian ad litem is to represent the child's legal interest, especially where the judge feels the parents are at odds and may disagree on what's best for the child. As a practical matter, judges usually appoint guardians ad litem to help decide where the child should live.

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Answered on 2/18/09, 1:52 pm
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Guardian ad-litem

In the court's view there apparently is some issue as to the child's best interests and whether they could be in some way inconsistent with those of the mother.

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Answered on 2/18/09, 3:58 pm


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