Guardians ad Litem Volunteers Services - Guardian Ad Litem Program - Fifth Judicial District
204 East Brown, Luverne, MN 56156
Eligibility
Individuals wishing to volunteer as a Guardian ad Litem in Blue Earth, Brown, Cottonwood, Faribault, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Martin, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood, Rock, and Watonwan counties
Hours
8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
(507)220-2501
Voice
Application process
Prospective volunteers must go through an application, interview and screening process, including a thorough background check. They must complete a 40-hour juvenile court training that is typically offered at the local level. Volunteers must commit themselves to at least a year and a half of service and carry two cases during their volunteer tenure.
Service area
Blue Earth County, MN
Brown County, MN
Cottonwood County, MN
Faribault County, MN
Jackson County, MN
Lincoln County, MN
Lyon County, MN
Martin County, MN
Murray County, MN
Nicollet County, MN
Nobles County, MN
Pipestone County, MN
Redwood County, MN
Rock County, MN
Watonwan County, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
A Guardian Ad Litem provides advocacy for children by gathering information to make recommendations in court regarding their best interests. Most of these cases are related to allegations of child abuse and/or neglect, family violence, or marital dissolution proceedings.
Last Assured
05/20/2025
Providing organization
Guardian Ad Litem Program - Fifth Judicial District
Provides advocacy for children by gathering information to make recommendations in court regarding their best interests. Most of these cases are related to allegations of child abuse and/or neglect, family violence, or marital dissolution proceedings.