A _____ refers to a court appointed individual who protects the interests of the child in cases involving the child's welfare.

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A guardian ad litem is appointed by the court to represent the best interests of the child in cases involving their welfare. This person may investigate the case, review evidence, and make recommendations to the court regarding custody, visitation, and other matters affecting the child. A court-appointed defense attorney represents the legal interests of an individual charged with a crime, not a child involved in a welfare case. Social workers may be involved in the case but are not appointed by the court to represent the child's interests. There is no such thing as a "social attorney."

A _____ Refers to a Court Appointed Individual Who Protects