2027 Title 26 Guardian Ad Litem Certification Training (3 Days)

Get certified to serve as a Title 26 Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Washington State through this intensive 3-day certification training.
About this Event

Get certified to serve as a Title 26 Guardian ad Litem (GAL) through this intensive 3-day training program. Designed for legal professionals, social workers, and advocates, this course covers core statutory duties, investigative techniques, child development, and courtroom procedures to prepare you for court appointments.

• Core Legal Framework: Understand relevant state statutes, case law, and the specific ethical duties of a GAL.
• Investigation & Interviewing: Learn best practices for interviewing children, assessing family dynamics, and evaluating safety.
• Report Writing & Testimony: Master how to write objective court reports and provide effective testimony.
• Specialized Issues: Examine the impacts of domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health, and trauma.

**19.25 CLE hours pending (including 1 Ethics General and 1.5 Ethics Equity)

Agenda

🕑: 08:45 AM - 05:00 PM
Agenda