Preparing Your Clients for Court Ordered Mediation and Interviews With the Guardian ad Litem
By Laura Miroballi
Family Law,
April 2026
Be sure to educate your clients about the purpose, role, and scope of Guardian ad Litems and mediators. Not only does this allow your client to feel more secure and educated going into the initial meeting, but the sessions can be more productive if the Guardian ad Litem or mediator does not have to waste time educating the client on the purpose of the meeting.
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