Tumarkin & Burns, P.A.: Family Law Firm

219 South Clyde Avenue Kissimmee, Florida 34741

How does a Guardian Ad Litem work in Florida?

A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is a person appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child in a legal proceeding. GALs are typically attorneys or social workers who have been trained to work with children and families. They investigate the child’s situation and make recommendations to the court about what they […]

What is the best interest of the child test in Florida?

The best interest of the child test is a legal standard that is used in Florida to determine what is in the best interests of a child when making decisions about child custody, visitation, and other matters. The test is based on the idea that children have a fundamental right to be raised in a […]

What is a Guardian Ad Litem in Florida?

A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is a person appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child in a legal proceeding. GALs are typically attorneys or social workers who have been trained to work with children and families. They investigate the child’s situation and make recommendations to the court about what they […]