CASA Guardian ad-Litem News (updates from around the nation)

Friends of CASA, this is a compilation of news gathered off of the net for people interested in the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program, child protection, and child protection systems.

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Bradenton HeraldLawyers to become ‘eyes and ears’ of judges in new Family Law Guardian ad Litem pilot programBradenton HeraldMore than two dozen lawyers from the Icard Merrill law firm have signed up to be guardians ad litem as part of a new Family Law Guardian ad Litem … Flag as irrelevant | | | Volunteers make a difference in children’s livesMiamiHerald.comThe Guardian ad Litem Program, a volunteer-based organization, works to advocate for the best interests of our communities’ most vulnerable … Flag as irrelevant | | | Lombard Family Law Firm Relocates and Expands OfficeInsurance News NetO’Connell is a court-approved Guardian ad litem for the Eighteenth Judicial District. Lombard family attorneys Angel M. Traub, Chantelle A. Porter, … Flag as irrelevant | | | Jamie B. Schwinghamer Appointed to Board of Directors for Voices for Kids of Southwest Florida, Inc.Naples Daily NewsVFK supports the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program of the 20th Judicial Circuit, which recruits and trains volunteer child advocates to represent … Flag as irrelevant | | |

Tallmadge ExpressTallmadge resident Kim Ray named Juvenile Court Volunteer of the YearTallmadge ExpressShe was told that someone who works in the court-based Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Program was receiving … Flag as irrelevant | | | New law gives voice to neglected, abused kidsCherokee TribuneThe guardian ad litem determines the child’s best interests through guidelines in the new juvenile code, training and experience and, to some extent, … Flag as irrelevant | | |

Standard-ExaminerAttorneys argue Vidinhar hearing closureStandard-ExaminerSecond District Juvenile Court Judge Janice Frost heard oral arguments from Aza Vidinhar’s attorney and guardian ad litem, as well as from an … Flag as irrelevant | | | Elise Patkotak: Because of FASD, justice takes time in Barrow courtroomAnchorage Daily NewsThere was a long time when I was a guardian ad litem with the Barrow court overseeing cases involving children in state custody. I still occasionally … Flag as irrelevant | | |

The Northwest Florida Daily NewsMan sentenced for threatening daughter’s foster parents, othersThe Northwest Florida Daily NewsHe then began calling the girl’s foster parents, their minor child, the girl’s dependency placement counselor, the girl’s guardian ad–litem and relatives of … Flag as irrelevant |

Irish ExaminerChildren in care had no social workerIrish ExaminerThis follows District Court judge Alan Mitchell instructing the children’s guardian ad litem, Sarah Treacy, to refer the case to Ombudsman Emily Logan … Flag as irrelevant | | | Three finalists for open bench spot in Ramsey CountyMinnesota LawyerHe is a former adjunct professor at the University of St. Thomas Law School, and volunteers as a guardian ad litem with the Ramsey County Guardian … Flag as irrelevant | | |

Santa Rosa Press GazetteWilliams sentenced for stalkingSanta Rosa Press Gazette… child’s dependency placement counselor, his child’s guardian ad–litem and relatives of those persons in which he threatened death, sexual assault, … Flag as irrelevant |

Sarasota Herald-TribuneGov. Scott Signs Bill Aimed At Helping Foster Kids Get Driver LicensesWFSUCovering the cost of insurance is among the obstacles Guardian Ad Litem Executive Director Alan Abramowitz says Florida’s foster kids continually … Flag as irrelevant | | Ask the Lawyer: Can my minor son be questioned under oath?Daily BreezeSo, yes, your child could have his deposition taken, but if you are the appointed guardian ad litem (discussed below) you can be present, and, … Flag as irrelevant | |

voiceofdetroitSHADY PROBATE JUDGE JAILS MOM, SEIZES DAUGHTER AND ESTATEvoiceofdetroitNewly-appointed GAL Mary S. Rowan (seated in blue dress) grabs Maulauni Williams’ arm as she berates VOD reporter (r) for covering the story in the … Flag as irrelevant |

Prescott Daily CourierCASA help needed for baby ‘Kelly’Prescott Daily CourierA CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer is needed to serve as a “Baby CASA” for 1-month-old “Kelly.” The Division of Child Safety … Flag as irrelevant | | Macon County adds special advocatesHerald & ReviewDECATUR – A line from a report by a court–appointed special advocate is why Associate Macon County Circuit Court Judge Thomas Little asked how … Flag as irrelevant | | CASA seeking male volunteers for at-risk youthGazette.Net: Maryland Community News OnlineCourt Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA, of Prince George’s County is looking for a few good men to serve as role models and make a positive … Flag as irrelevant | |

SurfKY NewsCASA of Hopkins County Welcomes New Coordinator, Seeks More VolunteersSurfKY Newscasa (lr) Daphyne Maddox and Chandra SingerHOPKINS COUNTY, Ky. (6/17/14), Did you know 718 children were reported abused or neglected in … Flag as irrelevant | | CASA offers info, compressed training for those who want to help kidsBakersfield NowBAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX), Those interested in volunteering with the Court Appointed Special Advocates can grab a free cup of Starbucks … Flag as irrelevant | |

FocusdailynewsDuncanville resident sworn in as Dallas CASA volunteerFocusdailynewsDUNCANVILLE, Monica Gillespie of Duncanville was sworn in as a Dallas CASA volunteer advocate for abused children by The Hon. Diana Herrera … Flag as irrelevant | | Spokes & Suds bike tour to raise money for CASARavalli RepublicCASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) recruits and trains volunteers to act as advocates for minors who, for reasons ranging from parental … Flag as irrelevant | | Six new volunteer CASAs are at work helping children in need in Greene CountyGreene County Daily WorldGreene County Circuit Court Judge Erik C. Allen, left, recently administerd an oath to six new Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASAs, including … Flag as irrelevant |

Prescott Daily CourierCASA help needed for teen ‘Jenni’Prescott Daily CourierA CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer is needed for 14-year-old “Jenni.” The Department of Child Safety and Family Services … Flag as irrelevant | | |

FocusdailynewsDeSoto resident sworn in as CASA volunteerFocusdailynewsDALLAS, Karen Quintero of DeSoto was sworn in as a Dallas CASA volunteer advocate for abused children by The Hon. Diana Herrera, Dallas … Flag as irrelevant | | | Golden Crescent CASA seeks volunteers in the African-American communityVictoria AdvocateCourt Appointed Special Advocate volunteers are professionally trained to advocate for children like them. They become familiar with one child or … Flag as irrelevant | | | CASA to benefit from grantThe SouthernHARRISBURG, Nine organizations of Court Appointed Special Advocates in Southern Illinois, Southeast Missouri and Western Kentucky will benefit … Flag as irrelevant | | | Garnati Golf Day for Kids; Event generates money for CASAThe SouthernOver the years the event has generated more than $300,000 in funds for the Child Advocacy Center in Herrin and Court Appointed Special Advocate … Flag as irrelevant | | | CASA moving into Janet Martin Legg HomeMount Pleasant Daily TribuneThe Janet Martin Legg Home in Mount Pleasant is taking on a new role in the community as the home for CASA of Titus, Camp and Morris Counties. Flag as irrelevant | | | CASA of Humboldt offers trainingRedwood TimesPictured from left to right, standing: Randal Rice, Luis Castellon, Jeremy Wright, Mary Dowd, Savanah McCarty, Jason Woodward, Judge Chris Wilson, … Flag as irrelevant | | |

Louisville.comBourbon By The Bridge Supports CASALouisville.comThe icing on the cake is that this event raises funds for CASA. CASA, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, recruits and trains people to advocate for … Flag as irrelevant | | | Help Foster Children Find Loving Families This Father’s DayThe Valley Town CrierBut CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers from CASA of Hidalgo County can help turn Father’s Day into a time of celebration for these … Flag as irrelevant | | | County Public School Retirees Hold MeetingThe MissourianThe program, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate), was given by Glenda Volmert. With 325 foster children in Franklin County, there is always a … Flag as irrelevant |

Advocate MediaDallas CASA’s new facility in East Dallas three times the size of the old oneAdvocate MediaIn November we mentioned Dallas CASA had announced its 5-year, $37 million campaign, “Abused Children Can’t Wait,” in order to recruit more … Flag as irrelevant | | A voice for childrenPrinceton Daily ClarionAbove: Sue Knopf in front of the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) office in the basement of the Gibson County Courthouse. Knopf has been … Flag as irrelevant | |

Gloversville Leader-HeraldNew CASA volunteers sworn in after trainingGloversville Leader-HeraldFONDA – After a formal training period of 30 hours, plus one or two court visits, five new Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers were sworn in … Flag as irrelevant | | Advocate training nearsDanville Commercial NewsDANVILLE, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Vermilion County has scheduled an advocate training from 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at its … Flag as irrelevant | |

Tallmadge ExpressTallmadge resident Kim Ray named Juvenile Court Volunteer of the YearTallmadge ExpressShe was told that someone who works in the court-based Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Program was receiving … Flag as irrelevant | | Celebrations for Weekend of May 31-June 1Visalia Times-DeltaIt is with great pride that CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Tulare County would like to announce our newest graduating class! CASA’s … Flag as irrelevant | | WEB | | Become a Court Appointed Special Advocateidealist.orgHelp break the cycle of child abuse and neglect by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate with CASA Jefferson, Inc.! CASA Jefferson assigns … Flag as irrelevant |

NorthJersey.comBelleville resident among Essex County CASA advocatesNorthJersey.comCynthia Vera of Belleville (front row, third from left) was recently sworn in as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Essex County CASA after … Flag as irrelevant | | | County youth agencies talk improved foster careMansfield News JournalAt least, that was the goal behind Friday’s Court Appointed Special Advocate meeting at Richland County Children Services, one of five review … Flag as irrelevant | | | Volunteers needed for children’s courtPressreporterCASA of West Texas (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a non-profit agency that provides advocacy to children in foster care. The mission of … Flag as irrelevant |