How to Talk to the Guardian ad Litem Without Hurting Your Custody Case
- Michael Capleone, Sr.
- 1 day ago
- 4 min read
When a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is appointed in your custody case, every conversation counts. How you interact with the GAL can influence their recommendation—and that recommendation can heavily sway the judge. So how do you communicate with the GAL without making costly mistakes?
Here are key strategies to guide you:
1. Stay Focused on the Child
Everything you say should reflect your child's well-being. Avoid venting about your ex or rehashing old drama. GALs want to see that you’re stable, cooperative, and focused on what’s best for your child—not just what hurts your ex.
2. Be Prepared and Respectful
Treat the GAL with professionalism. Come to meetings with documentation (school records, parenting schedules, etc.), and answer questions clearly and calmly. Don’t send long, emotional emails—short, fact-based updates are far more effective.
3. Make a Strong Impression at Home Visits
Your home should be clean, calm, and child-friendly. Avoid family drama or over-the-top displays. Let your natural parenting shine without staging anything.
4. Keep Your Attorney in the Loop
If a GAL seems dismissive, slow to respond, or unfair, don’t retaliate. Document your concerns and speak to your attorney. You have the right to a fair process, but the wrong move can derail your entire case.
5. Let Your Consistency Do the Talking
GALs pay attention to patterns. Are you showing up for your child? Are you calm under pressure? Do your words match your actions? That’s what wins custody—not drama or complaints.
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About Michael Capleone, Attorney at Law
Michael Capleone is a seasoned family law attorney based in Hoover, Alabama, with over 22+ years of experience helping clients navigate complex legal challenges, including divorce, child custody, parental rights, grandparent’s rights, military divorces, petition for protection from abuse, CPS and DHR matters, father’s rights, mother’s rights, relationship advice, pets/ animal custody when a relationship or marriage ends, and general family law matters, co-parenting, dealing with a narcissist, emotional recovery, and much more! As a licensed practicing attorney since 2003, is a dedicated advocate for his clients, Michael understands the emotional and legal complexities of family law cases and works tirelessly to secure favorable outcomes in his law practice.
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