As amended through May 6, 2024
Rule 1915.11 - Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem(a) Court Administration shall have on file a list of attorneys deemed suitable by the Court for appointment as a guardian ad litem when it is necessary for a child involved in a custody proceeding to be independently represented by counsel.(b) The guardian ad litem shall have the authority to interview all parties to the custody action, to interview the child, and to gain access to all documentary evidence needed for the representation of the child and such other authority as granted by the Court.(c) The Court shall direct the manner and amount of payment of attorney's fees and costs in cases where a guardian ad litem has been appointed, including whether the fees and costs shall be paid by the parties or the County.Amended effective 2/12/2018 ; amended effective 7/9/2019; amended effective 3/14/2020.