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When child custody<\/a> becomes contested or allegations of abuse, neglect, or instability arise in a family case, Florida courts may appoint a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) per Chapter 61<\/a> of the Florida Statutes to represent the best interests of the child. A Guardian Ad Litem is there as a pro-child advocate who investigates the family situation, speaks with everyone involved\u2014including the child\u2014and makes recommendations to the Court (Judge) per the Best Interest Factors of Chapter 61 of the Florida Statutes<\/a> about Parental Responsibility (custody), time-sharing (visitation), and parenting plans. As a court-appointed Guardian Ad Litem, Marisol Cruz brings years of experience in family law to each investigation, with a clear focus on protecting children\u2019s rights and emotional well-being.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|30px||30px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|10px|20px|true|true” border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” border_width_right_tablet=”0px” border_width_right_phone=”0px” border_width_right_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”83%” width_phone=”85%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” border_width_right_tablet=”0px” border_width_right_phone=”0px” border_width_right_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The role of a Guardian Ad Litem in Florida is to serve as the court\u2019s eyes and ears when determining what is in the child\u2019s best interest as it relates to Parental Responsibility (decision making) and Time-sharing (visitation). Unlike an attorney who represents a parent, a GAL does not advocate for either party. Instead, their job is to independently evaluate the facts, assess the child\u2019s situation, and make best interest recommendations to the court.<\/p>\n These recommendations often influence the court\u2019s decision in custody or time-sharing disputes. Judges rely on the GAL\u2019s objective findings to determine whether Shared Parental Responsibility (joint custody), Sole Parental Responsibility (sole custody), or a specific time-sharing schedule is in the child\u2019s best interests.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” border_width_right_tablet=”0px” border_width_right_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Florida courts may appoint a Guardian Ad Litem in any family law case involving minor children, but they are especially common if the children may be affected by:<\/p>\n In some cases, one parent may request that a Guardian Ad Litem be appointed. In others, the court may do so on its own. The Guardian Ad Litem is not there to take sides, but rather to bring clarity, truth, and focus back to what matters most: the child\u2019s best interest, including their safety and emotional development.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”83%” width_phone=”85%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”1%||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”2%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”5%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Marisol Cruz takes her responsibility as a GAL seriously. With years of experience handling sensitive family law matters, she approaches each case with objectivity, compassion, and legal precision. Her GAL work includes:<\/p>\n Her ability to remain neutral and focused on the child\u2019s needs\u2014while understanding the legal context\u2014makes her a respected Guardian Ad Litem in South Florida\u2019s family law courts.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If a Guardian Ad Litem has been appointed in your case, you and the other parent will be expected to cooperate with the investigation. This includes attending interviews, providing access to relevant records, and following through with requested steps (such as allowing home visits). A failure to cooperate could negatively influence the GAL\u2019s recommendation to the court.<\/p>\n The GAL\u2019s final report will include observations, findings, and best interest recommendations. The court gives considerable weight to this document, especially when parental conflict is severe or a child is too young to express preferences.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”83%” width_phone=”85%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”1%||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”3%||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”4%||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n While the judge is not legally required to follow the Guardian Ad Litem\u2019s recommendations, they are often highly persuasive. The GAL provides insight that may not be otherwise available\u2014especially when conflicting allegations or unclear family dynamics exist. A strong recommendation from a GAL could impact:<\/p>\n If you are concerned about how the GAL might impact your custody case, it\u2019s crucial to work with an attorney who can help you understand the process, communicate effectively, and protect your parental rights during the investigation.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”10px|20px|0px|20px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_right=”1px” border_color_right=”rgba(169,1,141,0.1)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Whether you are requesting a Guardian Ad Litem, responding to one being appointed, or involved in a case where Marisol Cruz is serving as GAL, Cruz Legal, P.A. brings insight, professionalism, and deep knowledge of the family law system to your case. Our office is committed to helping children and families through legal processes with dignity and clarity. We keep you informed, prepared, and focused on what matters most\u2014your child\u2019s well-being.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ul_type=”square” ul_item_indent=”2.2em” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” link_font=”|700|||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Yes. When a Guardian Ad Litem is appointed, the case is no longer just about what one parent says vs. the other\u2014it\u2019s about what an outside investigator believes to be in the child\u2019s best interest. 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Marisol Cruz provides skilled, compassionate representation to help you move forward with confidence.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”90%” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”2%||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”4%||3%||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”5%||6%||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|30px|30px|30px|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”|20px||20px|true|true” border_color_all=”#A9018D” border_width_right=”5px” border_width_left=”5px” border_width_right_tablet=”3px” border_width_right_phone=”2px” border_width_right_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_left_tablet=”3px” border_width_left_phone=”2px” border_width_left_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”20px” link_font=”||||on||||” header_2_text_color=”#A9018D” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#A9018D” header_3_font_size=”25px” header_3_line_height=”1.2em” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”18px” text_font_size_phone=”16px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”25px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n When the court appoints a Guardian Ad Litem, it\u2019s a signal that your case has serious issues that need professional investigation. Whether you\u2019re working with a GAL or need one appointed, Cruz Legal, P.A. offers the legal insight and guidance you need to move forward with confidence.<\/p>\nWhat is a Guardian Ad Litem and What Do They Do?<\/h2>\n
Responsibilities of a Guardian Ad Litem include:<\/h3>\n
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When Is a Guardian Ad Litem Appointed?<\/h2>\n
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How Marisol Cruz Serves as a Guardian Ad Litem<\/h2>\n
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What to Expect If a GAL Has Been Appointed in Your Case<\/h2>\n
How a GAL Recommendation Affects Your Custody Case<\/h2>\n
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Working With Cruz Legal, P.A.<\/h2>\n
Do You Need Legal Representation When a GAL Is Involved?<\/h2>\n
Why Choose Cruz Legal, P.A.?<\/h2>\n
Let\u2019s Talk About Your Case<\/h2>\n