Children's Guardian

A Children's Guardian is a neutral adult appointed to represent and protect the interests of a child in legal proceedings, such as family disputes or cases involving child welfare. Their role is to ensure the child's views and best interests are considered, especially if the child cannot speak for themselves. They assess the child's needs, provide informed advice to the court, and act as a safeguard to ensure decisions made are in the child's best interest. This person is often a lawyer or someone with expertise in child welfare, working independently from the child's family.