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Guardian ad Litem (GAL)
Hi all,
I have just been appointed a GAL not met the person yet.
Not sure what their role is, are they as crooked as SS & CAFCASS??
In the past I heard positive things about a GAL however, these days I know nobody who has one,
It seems they are being extinct.
If you have had experience with a GAL could you advise me what to expect.
Is it true:
1) They will attend all hearings?
2) If you dont agree with their report, you have a chance to question them on the stand?
Many thanks
Top Cat
Hi Top Cat,
I don't have any real experience of this, so I've asked a couple of the other dad's to pop by give you their thoughts...
FM '70
This is a new one on me as well, I thought that Cafcass took this role.
I'll ask the CCLC is they can clarify on this.
Dear Topcat
We can advise you on this issue however due to the complexities of your case and the need to establish a few points, we would be grateful if you could contact us either through our webchat facility (open 9am-6pm) which can be found at www.childrenslegalcentre.com or our freephone advice line 0808 8020 008 which is open 8am-8pm.
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