Guardian Ad Litem GAL Verfahrenspfleger Guardian Ad Litem Tutor Ad Litem Guardián Ad Litem tuteur ad litem גארדיאן אד ליטם गार्डियन एड लिटेम 裁判所設置監護者 curador especial 未成年人监护人 A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is a court-appointed individual, often an attorney or a trained professional, who represents and protects the best interests of a minor, an incapacitated person, or someone otherwise unable to represent themselves in legal proceedings. The GAL investigates the circumstances of the case, communicates with relevant parties, and provides an independent report and recommendations to the court, ensuring that the person they represent receives fair and unbiased consideration of their needs and rights