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Full Resource Name:
Guardian ad Litem, Second Judicial Circuit
Address
1920 Thomasville Rd, Ste 208
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 606-1200
AKA:
GAL
Description:
*Protects and advocates for the best interests of children involved in dependency court proceedings by recruiting attorneys and other volunteers to serve as guardians ad litem to ensure financial, health, educational and social needs of children who are abused, neglected, and find themselves in the state system
*Guardians investigate the family environment, relationships, and history; facilitates a collaborative relationship that identifies and provides resources and services so that the child's needs are met; advocates for the child in court proceedings and makes independent recommendations to the judge; and monitors the status and progression of court orders and DCF plans for the child's future
Intake Process:
Assigned by the court or the Department of Children and Families
Program Fees:
None
Languages:
English and Spanish
Eligibility:
Ancy child involved in dependency court proceedings
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resources
Date of Official Change:
June 22, 2022
Address Listings
Mailing
1920 Thomasville Rd, Ste 208
Tallahassee, FL 32303
Physical (Primary)
1920 Thomasville Rd, Ste 208
Tallahassee, FL 32303
Contacts
Phone Numbers
1. Main Number
(850) 606-1200
2. Volunteer Phone Number
(850) 294-7545
Legal Status:
Government, State