Guardian Ad Litem

Fairfield County, Connecticut, Family Law Attorney

When a married couple is going through a divorce it is critically important that the third party involved--the child--is not forgotten. At the Law Office of Jill H. O'Connor, P.C., we represent the best interests of the children in all contested family law cases, both as an attorney and as a guardian ad litem.

Providing Professional and Reputable Legal Services for Over 20 Years

Jill O'Connor has more than 20 years experience in the Fairfield County family court system. She understands the often complex and emotional nature of legal issues related to children. Contact our law firm to discuss our ability to represent a minor child in a contested divorce or family law matter.

Best Interests of the Child

As either a lawyer representing the minor child, or as a guardian ad litem acting on behalf of their best interests, we handle contested cases involving child custody, visitation, relocation, and modification of prior judgments in custody proceedings. Determining the best advocate for a minor depends largely on the age of the child involved and their ability to communicate their needs, wishes, and concerns.

For younger children who are unable to effectively communicate or understand their needs, Attorney O'Connor can act as a guardian ad litem, advocating on their behalf for their best interests. We will talk to daycare providers, examine school records, meet with the children, and fully evaluate the circumstances involved in each case. A guardian ad litem has the ability to testify before the court in the custody, relocation, or modification case and make recommendations to the attorneys about the best interests of the children.

As the attorney for a minor child, we will represent children who are older and mature enough to communicate their needs and interests. We will advocate for their position and best interests as their legal counsel.

If you are concerned about the best interests of a minor in a custody, visitation, relocation, modification, or divorce case, please contact us. Our firm has been a trusted, reputable advocate for children throughout Fairfield County and the Greater Danbury area, and we will work diligently in your case.