Seeking Guardian Ad Litem Service?

GUARDIAN AD LITEM SERVICES
Since 1986, we have provided Guardian ad Litem services for all children who are subjects of cases alleging abuse, neglect or abandonment in the Second Judicial District.

As the provider of Guardian ad Litem services in Bernalillo County, we assist abused, neglected and abandoned children who have become dependents of the State of  New Mexico because of the inability or unwillingness of their parents to provide them with a safe home environment.

The Guardian ad Litem represents the best interests of the child during the judicial process to determine a proper course of action to provide adequate care for the child.  It is well documented that abused children are at high risk for becoming adult abusers.  Our goal is to provide interventions that may change the course of a child's life.

We actively recruit attorneys in the Bernalillo County/Rio Rancho area who are interested in helping children by providing legal services at substantially reduced rates as set forth by the Administrative Office of the Court.  Each attorney completes an initial eight hour training course; is assigned a mentor, and participates in regular training.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR GAL APPLICANTS

• Two years practicing law

• Experience working with children or advocating for children's rights

• Desire to improve the lives of abused and neglected children

Training is available.  Caseload varies.