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law guardian?

fairyfey10fairyfey10
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DD's doctor just called me suggesting that I get her a law guardian since I cannot directly deal with stbxh.  I will be calling my lawyer tomorrow, but for now what should I expect?  I know this will be a neutral person looking out for dd.  Any insight would be welcomed.
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  • JCGreene85JCGreene85 member
    Can you explain your story? Why can't you deal directly with ex?
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  • fairyfey10fairyfey10
    I have an order of protection.
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  • BMenzBMenz

    The person they're talking about is the guardian ad litem.

    Here's a definition: Guardian Ad Litem Law & Legal Definition 

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  • DaringMissDaringMiss member

    A law guardian acts ONLY in the child's best interests.  It doesn't mean that both parents are incompetent, it just means that the guardian will advocate on behalf of the child without regard for the parent's interests.

    In a case where there is an OOP, I think it makes sense. 

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  • fairyfey10fairyfey10
    imageDaringMiss:

    A law guardian acts ONLY in the child's best interests.  It doesn't mean that both parents are incompetent, it just means that the guardian will advocate on behalf of the child without regard for the parent's interests.

    In a case where there is an OOP, I think it makes sense. 

    This is what my lawyer explained to me as well.  It has nothing to do with my ability to parent my child, but so that her interests are kept front and center.  My lawyer explained that she will be appointed one regardless of the situation, once a court date is set. 

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