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Guardians ad Litem
The role of a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is to protect or promote the interests of the person for whom they have been appointed. In many cases a GAL is appointed by the Court or Tribunal in which proceedings are being conducted.
A GAL may also be referred to as a tutor or special representative.
The Legal Services Branch administers the Guardian ad Litem appointments across participating Courts and Tribunals in New South Wales.
News and Announcements
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Dispute Resolution Conferences in Children's Court proceedings
The Children's Court is now placing greater emphasis on Dispute Resolution Conferences .... more information -
Statutory Protection for Guardian ad Litem Panel Members
On 7 December 2010, the Govenor assented to the Courts and Crimes Legislation Further Amendment Act 2010. The amendments in the Act provide a statutory defence to GAL Panel Members who act in good faith in a range of jurisdictions .... more information -
A new role for the Guardian ad Litem Panel
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by the Department of Justice and Attorney General, Legal Aid New South Wales and Department of Human Services, Community Services .... more information -
Launch of the Guardian ad Litem Panel
On Monday, 30 August 2010 the Guardian ad Litem Panel Code of Conduct was launched at Parliament House .... more information -
Download the Guardian ad Litem Code of Conduct and Handbook for free
The Code of Conduct and Handbook contain detailed instructions for GALs .... more information