Q: Can a GAL question a minor child without parents consint after the JD Court order is final giving the parents custody?
My 7 year old son was removed from my home and a Gal was issued. On our trial date he was placed back in my home with the judge giving me full legal custody. Since the court date the Gal had pulled my child out of class and questioned him. As of today the Gal is trying to make me bring this child to court to involve him in a case he doesn't pertain to. Is this even legal for him to do? Can he be sued if he has over stepped his legal limits?
A: I would say it is likely within the GAL's authority to speak with the child, who is his "previous client." It is also not surprising that the GAL continues to seek information on that child - the situation of this child is relevant to the ongoing custody/visitation cases of the other siblings (which I assume is the other case you refer to based on identical questions posted on other legal question websites). I do not foresee a successful legal case against the GAL based on the statements as presented, but you can certainly consult with a local attorney about the matter.
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