Question:
A guardian ad litem was assigned in my divorce and child custody case to represent my child during a hearing.
However, I have yet to hear from the guardian ad litem that the judge assigned.
How can I move the custody case forward if the guardian ad litem is not staying involved?
Answer:
I am unable to give you legal advice on divorce. I can give general divorce help for men, though, my knowledge is based on Nebraska and Iowa divorce laws where I am licensed to practice.
A Guardian Ad Litem is a court appointed attorney who is charged with reviewing the parties’ relationship with their minor child(ren) and making a child custody and parenting time recommendation to the court.
You should make an appointment with the guardian ad litem’s office so you can meet with them in person. If this is not a possibility, ask your divorce attorney to contact them and determine what the issue may be.
In some cases it may just be travel or schedule issues. In others, the guardian ad litem may not know they are assigned to the case or they may be checking to see if there is a conflict.
Since the court has assigned a guardian ad litem, it is not likely you can proceed without the report from them and served upon the court.
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Therefore, it will be necessary to meet with them to proceed with your child custody determination.
Remember, I am unable to provide you with anything more than divorce tips for men, so please consult with a divorce lawyer in your jurisdiction.
To arrange an initial consultation to discuss divorce rights for men with a Cordell & Cordell attorney, including Omaha, Nebraska Divorce Lawyer Jamie Kinkaid, contact Cordell & Cordell.
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