GAL or Child Rep? Know the Stakes in Illinois Custody - #14

What's the difference between a guardian ad litem and a child representative in Illinois family law? In this Illinois Family Law Insider episode, Sterling Hughes Managing Partner Katie VanDeusen sits down with Senior Partner Ali Isroff to clarify these crucial court-appointed roles that can significantly impact your family law case outcome. 

We explore:

• How guardian ad litems investigate and make recommendations versus child representatives who serve as attorneys for children
• Strategic use of depositions to lock in recommendations or expose inadequate investigations
• Cost allocation methods and when courts reallocate fees based on income disparities
• The importance of maintaining professional relationships even during disagreements

Listen in for practical insights on working effectively with these court-appointed advocates and understanding their significant influence on Illinois family law case outcomes.