Guardian ad litem 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the guardian ad litem document in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in the identifying information section. Enter details for the mother, father, legal custodian, and child(ren), including names and dates of birth.
3. In the out-of-home placement information section, indicate whether the child is in a court-ordered out-of-home placement by selecting 'YES' or 'NO'. If 'YES', provide additional details as required.
4. Complete the Indian Child Welfare Act section if applicable, specifying which child(ren) it pertains to.
5. Summarize the reasons for court involvement and any relevant court history that has led to this report.
6. Document your contact with the child(ren) since the last hearing, detailing dates and types of contact.
7. List any persons or resources contacted since the last hearing to gather information about the family’s circumstances.
8. Review and list any documents that have been reviewed since the last hearing that informed your report.
9. Provide a summary of concerns regarding the child(ren) or family situation based on your findings.
10. Conclude with recommendations for what actions would best serve the interests of the child(ren).

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