Family Law

4.8

Guardian ad Litem Investigations and Reports

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California MCLE Paralegal Approved 1.5 Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1.5 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1.5 Total
California CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 2 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Florida CLE Approved 2 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kentucky CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
North Dakota CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.8 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New York CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2 Total
Oregon CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 1.5 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 1.5 Total
NFPA Approved 0 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 1.5 Total
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1 hours 30 minutes
Betty Toussaint
With Betty F. Toussaint from Toussaint Law, PLLC
Recorded December 09, 2025.
Product ID 101392

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Overview

From Investigation to Recommendation

When a Guardian ad Litem steps in, the stakes are high and the spotlight is on. This program offers insights into investigative procedures, key evidence, and what goes into the report. Learn how to assess investigative findings and push back when necessary - register today!

  • Gain a step-by-step understanding of the GAL investigation process from start to finish.
  • Discover best practices for preparing clients and witnesses for the investigation.
  • Explore the key elements of GAL reports and their significance.
  • Develop strategies for effectively responding to or challenging GAL findings.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Investigation Timeline and Procedures Overview
  2. Investigative Priorities: What's Under the Microscope?
  3. Preparing Clients and Witnesses for Investigation: Tips and Tricks
  4. Gathering Evidence: Records, Visits, Observations, and Interviews
  5. Authority and Limitations: What GALs Can and Can't Do
  6. Report Walkthrough: Key Components and Examples
  7. Responding to or Challenging a GAL Report

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Product ID 101392

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 1.5 Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1.5 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1.5 Total
California CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 2 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Florida CLE Approved 2 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kentucky CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
North Dakota CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.8 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New York CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2 Total
Oregon CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Rhode Island CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 1.5 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 1.5 Total
NFPA Approved 0 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 1.5 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Guardian ad Litem Investigations and Reports

    1. Investigation Timeline and Procedures Overview
    2. Investigative Priorities: What's Under the Microscope?
    3. Preparing Clients and Witnesses for Investigation: Tips and Tricks
    4. Gathering Evidence: Records, Visits, Observations, and Interviews
    5. Authority and Limitations: What GALs Can and Can't Do
    6. Report Walkthrough: Key Components and Examples
    7. Responding to or Challenging a GAL Report

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys and guardians ad litem. Custody evaluators, parenting plan coordinators and paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Betty F Toussaint
Betty F.
Toussaint
Toussaint Law, PLLC
Speaker bio
Betty F Toussaint

Betty F. Toussaint

Toussaint Law, PLLC
Betty Toussaint

is the founder of Toussaint Law, PLLC. She is a passionate litigator with a strong knowledge in criminal defense, family law, and education law. Ms. Toussaint advocates for children and youth with special needs in both the school system and the juvenile justice system. As a criminal defense lawyer, she defends individuals accused of felonies, misdemeanors, and youth involved in the juvenile criminal justice system. In addition, Ms. Toussaint represents unwed fathers in custody, paternity, and child support matters, and protected the rights and property of her clients that were going through the difficult journey of divorce. She is a former educator and school administrator and has served as a guardian ad litem in Metro-Atlanta, Georgia. Ms. Toussaint is admitted to practice in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. She is a member of the North Carolina State Bar. Ms. Toussaint earned her B.A. degree, with honors, from the University of Florida and her J.D. degree from the University of Florida Fredric Levin College of Law. She has also earned a master's degree in youth ministry, which has served her clients and their families well.

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