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VA SB463
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Danica Roem
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AI Summary
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Directs the Judicial Council of Virginia, Virginia State Bar, and Virginia Bar Association to convene a work group to study guardian ad litem appointments in child custody cases
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Work group will evaluate the ratio of qualified attorneys available to serve as guardians ad litem to the number of child custody cases requiring representation
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Study will cover cases where guardian ad litem appointment is legally required and cases where courts have discretion to appoint one
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Work group must identify specific jurisdictions or areas needing additional support for guardian ad litem appointments and representation
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Findings and recommendations due to the Chairs of the House and Senate Committees for Courts of Justice by November 30, 2026
Legislative Description
Child custody cases; Jud. Council of Va., et al., to evaluate representation by guardians ad litem.
Last Action
Stricken at request of Patron in Rules (13-Y 0-N)
1/30/2026