What is GAL?

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What is the name of your state? Az

I hear people talk about GAL all of the time but I don't know what it is, can someone enlighten me please. Also what are child advocate groups? How would I find them for my state? Are they based on income? IS that the same thing as a Conservatorship?

 

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GUARDIAN AD LITEM - Lat. "guardian at law." The person appointed by the court to look out for the best interests of the child during the course of legal proceedings.