Guardian Ad Litem | Carroll County Probate / Juvenile Court

Provides information concerning court-appointed Guardians Ad Litem (GAL), who advocate for the best interests of children whose parents have become involved with the Juvenile Court due to issues of abuse, neglect, or dependency. The GAL investigates the situation, conducts interviews with the family then prepares a report for the Juvenile Court. Offers training courses for community volunteers who wish to act in the role of the Guardian ad litem.

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211 Summit

Physical Address

119 South Lisbon Street, Suite 202, Courthouse On The Square, Carrollton, OH 44615

Hours

Same as site hours.

Voice

(330) 627-2323

voice | Main

Voice

(330) 627-7400

voice | Juvenile Probation

Fax

(330) 627-6004

Application process

Call the office for more information. May leave a message, and the call will be returned.

Fee

Fixed fee.

Eligibility

- Serves minor children under 18 whose parents are being prosecuted for child abuse, substance abuse issues, or neglect in the Carroll County Juvenile Court. - Does not advocate in cases with youth whose parents are divorced or divorcing and are affected by custody and visitation issues.

Languages

None.

Service area

Carroll County, Ohio

Agency info

Carroll County Probate / Juvenile Court

Handles regular guardianships, the establishment of decedents' wills, the settlement of decedents' estates, and decisions relating to the administration of the estates of minors and individuals judged to be incompetent to manage their own affairs.