ResearchGuides: Family Law: Guardians Ad Litem for Children

Books in the Collection

The guardian ad litem handbook by Mary Beth Arnett [and 10 others]
Call Number: RESERVE KFW2507. A6 G83 2018-
ISBN: 9781578625291 (loose-leaf)
Publication Date: 2018-
Contents: The guardian ad litem: an overview / Gretchen G. Viney -- Children: the human side / Casey A. Holtz -- Family court: Wis. Stat. Ch. 767 / Kate A. Neugent -- Juvenile court: Wis. Stat. Ch. 48 / Mary Beth Arnett, Samantha S. Wagner -- Adults with mental disabilities: the human side / Jeffrey Spitzer-Resnick -- Guardianship: Wis. Stat. Ch. 54 / Gretchen G. Viney -- Protective services and protective placement: Wis. Stat. Ch. 55 / Mitchell Hagopian -- State Mental Health Act: Wis. Stat. Ch. 51 / Kristin Kerschensteiner -- Probate court / Chantelle Ringe -- Personal injury / James R. Jansen, Eric J. Ryberg
Domestic abuse guidebook for Wisconsin guardians ad litem : addressing custody, placement, and safety issues / created by Governor's Council on Domestic Abuse and End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin by [Madison, Wis.] : [Wisconsin Director of State Courts Office
Call Number: KFW2506.G83 .D66 2017
Publication Date: 2017
Contents: Definitions and foundations; Four-step framework for identifying, understanding, and accounting for abuse in recommendations; Conclusion; Additional Resources; Appendix

101: GAL Appointments: Am I Eligible?
The author answers the frequently asked question: Am I eligible to accept a court appointment as guardian ad litem? This article incorporates the changes to Supreme Court Rule 35, effective for family court orders entered after Jan. 1, 2021. -- From Publisher
Domestic abuse guidebook for Wisconsin guardians ad litem : addressing custody, placement, and safety issues
Online version of the same book above in "Books in the Collection."
Empowering Child and Youth Clients: Advocating for Joy in the Legal System
As lawyers, it is our duty to support and advocate for our child and youth clients. We must prioritize their wellbeing, healing, and joy to make a difference, especially since our legal systems may not inherently value these aspects. Here are practical tips to help our clients reclaim their joy. - from webpage
This article by Alexandria Ware from the ABA Litigation section provides ideas and resources for attorneys representing children and youth involved in the legal system.
Guardian ad Litem
Wisconsin State Law Library
Guardians ad Litem in Family Court: Answering Your Legal Questions
Wisconsin Bar Association guide for the public