Guardian Ad Litem Information

Guardian ad litem (GAL) literally means "guardian for the suit." A guardian ad litem in Virginia is an attorney appointed by a judge to assist the court in determining the circumstances of a matter before the court.

For complete information about GALs in Virginia, please see the Virginia Supreme Court's website.

For questions about GALs in Virginia, please contact the Office of the Executive Secretary at 804-786-9543.

FAQs:

• Frequently Asked Questions - Guardian Ad Litem Program for Children
• Frequently Asked Questions - Guardian Ad Litem Program for Incapacitated Persons (Adults)

New On Demand Qualifying Courses

Starting in January 2020, the qualifying courses for becoming a guardian ad litem (for both Children and Incapacitated Persons) are now available to be completed on demand.

These are the training courses you MUST take to qualify as a GAL for Children or as a GAL for Incapacitated Persons in Virginia.

Upcoming and On Demand GAL CE Credit Courses

For an up-to-date listing of Guardian Ad Litem CE Credit seminars, please click on the appropriate link below.