Legal Question in Juvenile Dependency in Kentucky

I got a summons to Appear in court and it says persons be be present are Mother, County Attorney, CFC Worker and GAL. What is GAL?


Asked on 1/18/12, 7:42 pm

2 Answer from Attorneys
Andrea Welker Welker Law Office

Guardian ad Litem. A local attorney appointed to serve as counsel for the interests of the child. Welcome to juvenile court. If you cannot afford an attorney, you will want to ask the court to appoint one for you.

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Answered on 1/18/12, 8:35 pm


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