Maine's Chief Justice Seeks to Strengthen Guardian ad Litem System
When a case goes to court that involves a child, such as divorce, the court sometimes appoints a person to represent the child's interests. They're called Guardians ad Litem, or GALs. And while Maine's 318 actively rostered GALs are seen as playing a vital role in some of the most contentious family court cases, some complain that there's a lack of oversight on a profession that can have a profound effect on a family's future. Maine Chief Justice Leigh Sauffley is working on a plan to strengthen the system.
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