Guardian ad Litem (GAL)
A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is an adult who is appointed by the court to represent the best interest of the child(ren) or alleged incapacitated person for a specific purpose for a specific period of time. Under the direction of the court, a GAL performs an investigation and prepares a report for the court of the GAL's findings and recommendations.
To become a GAL, an individual must complete an approved training program, provide background information to the court(s) in which the GAL wishes to serve, and meet all eligibility requirements set by local court rule or policy.
GAL is different from a Certified Professional Guardian (CPG). A CPG is an individual or agency who serves as the legal guardian of at least three individuals and provides this service as a profession.
To apply for the Clark County Guardian ad Litem or Court Visitor Registry, please complete the application below:
Clark County Superior Court Guardian ad Litem and Court Visitor Registry Application - Adult
Clark County Superior Court Guardian ad Litem and Court Visitor Registry Application - Minor
To re-apply for the Clark County Guardian ad Litem or Court Visitor Registry, please complete the application below:
Clark County Superior Court Guardian ad Litem and Court Visitor Registry Renewal Application - Adult
Clark County Superior Court Guardian ad Litem and Court Visitor Registry Renewal Application - Minor
To apply for the Clark County Title 26 Court-Appointed Neutral Registry, please complete the application below:
Clark County Superior Court Title 26 Court-Appointed Neutral Registry Application
Clark County Superior Court maintains GAL/court visitor registries under:
Title 11 (alleged incapacitated person RCW 11.88 & RCW 11.92 / guardianship of minor RCW 11.130)
Title 13 (dependency/CASA conflict list RCW 13.34)
Title 26 (representing children in dissolutions, modifications, paternity, relocation RCW 26)
Adoption
Under the new local rules, effective September 1, 2022, and RCW 26.12.177(b), Title 26 appointees will be assigned by the first three names available on the registry that do not have an appointment. If all three names are rejected by the parties the next GAL will be appointed. If you are unable to take new appointments, please notify Court Administration to request a pause of up to 3 months. Exceptions can be made to extend a pause beyond 3 months. If you are removed from the registry list you must reapply to be returned to the registry.
Guardian ad Litem and Court Visitor Registries
Title 11 Registry - Court Visitors - Adults | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Connie Collins | 13800 SE 35th ST Vancouver, WA 98683 | (360) 921-1317 | ccguardianship@yahoo.com |
Staci Fahy-Levison | PO Box 872684 Vancouver, WA 98687 | (360) 314-4575 | sfl.socialservices@gmail.com |
Polly Fenning | 2013 NE 153rd Ave Vancouver, WA 98684 | (360) 904-5815 | polly.fenning@gmail.com |
Laura Hall | 703 NW 43rd St Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 524-1762 | lhall@hall-mediation.com |
Felicia Gavett | 1848 49th St. Washougal, WA 98671 | (503) 319-3115 | fgcourtvisitor@gmail.com |
Deanna Happel | PO Box 871004 Vancouver, WA 98687 | (971) 400-2542 | deehappel@gmail.com |
Jennifer Harley | PO Box 61967 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (360) 907-2788 | jennifer@sage-LS.com |
Gail Haskett | PO Box 1029 Brush Prairie, WA 98606 | (360) 601-8984 | gailhaskett.gal@gmail.com |
Pamela Kuminski | 7720 NE Hwy 99 Ste. D, 399 Vancouver, WA 98665 | (360) 513-9371 | pmsullivan.gal@gmail.com |
Raul Nunez | 1613 SE 121st Ave., Vancouver WA 98683 | (360)601-8485 | rd.nunez.gal@gmail.com |
Lisa Rasmussen | 13023 NE Hwy 99 Ste. 7, #251 Vancouver, WA 98686 | (360) 281-2886 | lrasmussengal@gmail.com |
Aaron Reily | 1998 E Heitman Circle La Center, WA 98629 | (360) 601-3090 | aaronreily77@gmail.com |
Jo Waddell | PO Box 6339 Vancouver, WA 98668 | (360) 903-5399 | JW88664@comcast.net |
Title 11 Registry - Guardian ad Litem - Adults | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Sherri Farr | PO Box 61637 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (360) 910-8792 | sherri.farr.gal@gmail.com |
Laura Hall | 703 NW 43rd St Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 524-1762 | lhall@hall-mediation.com |
Jennifer Harley | PO Box 61967 Vancouver, WA 98663 | (360) 907-2788 | jennifer@sage-ls.com |
Lisa Rasmussen | 13023 NE Hwy 99 Ste. 7, #251 Vancouver, WA 98686 | (360) 281-2886 | lrasmussengal@gmail.com |
Felicia Gavett | 1848 49th St, Washougal, WA 98671 | (503) 319-3115 | fgcourtvisitor@gmail.com |
Title 11 Registry - Court Visitor Registry - Minor | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Sherri Farr | PO Box 61637 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (360) 910-8792 | sherri.farr.gal@gmail.com |
Thomas Haan | PO Box 2629 Longview, WA 98632 | (360) 920-5747 | tomhaan@hotmail.com |
Title 11 Registry - Guardian Ad Litem - Minor | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Sherri Farr | PO Box 61637 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (360) 910-8792 | sherri.farr.gal@gmail.com |
Josephine Townsend | 1920 Broadway St. Vancouver, WA 98663 | (360) 694-7601 | josie@jctownsend.com |
Thomas Haan | PO Box 2629 Longview, WA 98632 | (360) 920-5747 | tomhaan@hotmail.com |
Title 26 Registry - Guardian ad Litem | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Michael Altig | 814 NE 87th Ave Vancouver, WA 98664 | (360) 910-1522 | Michaela@nwfamilypsychology.com |
Elizabeth Arwood | 1101 Broadway Suite 250 Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 693-8471 | elizabeth@arwoodblum.com |
Jon Clancy | 1111 Broadway Vancouver, WA 98663 | (360) 696-8990 | jonclancylaw@gmail.com |
Thomas Haan | PO Box 2629 Longview, WA 98632 | (360) 920-5747 | tomhaan@hotmail.com |
Brittany Hanning | PO Box 281 La Center, WA 98629 | (971) 254-3225 | brittanyhanninggal@gmail.com |
Robin Jones | PO Box 724 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (509) 630-2278 | robinjonesgal@gmail.com |
Holly Knoles | 4400 NE 77th Ave. Suite 275 Vancouver, WA 98662 | (541) 206-0679 | holly.knoles@tlcbehavioralconsulting.com |
Katie Moreno | PO Box 1432 Ridgefield, WA 98642 | (360) 355-6563 | katie@cbi-legal.com |
Dolcie Niemi | PO Box 735 La Center, WA 98629 | (503) 383-9414 | info@threecedarswa.com |
Josephine Townsend | 211 E. 11th Ste. 401 Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 694-7601 | josie@jctownsend.com |
Amy Turnbull | PO Box 274 Doty, WA | (971) 704-1988 | amyturnbull.gal@gmail.com |
Cassandra Wally | 4400 NE 77th Ave. Suite 275 Vancouver, WA 98662 | (360) 210-6168 | cassandra.wally@tlcbehavioralconsulting.com |
Sheri Evald | PO Box 1211. Castle Rock, WA 98611 | (360) 562-2505 | sherievaldgal@gmail.com |
Ann Hight | PO Box 336. Kelso, A 98626 | (360) 430-4031 | anncowlitz@gmail.com |
Adoption Registry - Guardian ad Litem | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Elizabeth Arwood | 1101 Broadway Ste. 250 Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 693-8471 | Elizabeth@arwoodblum.com |
Thomas Haan | PO box 2629 Longview, WA 98632 | (360) 920-5747 | tomhaan@hotmail.com |
Jennifer Harley | PO Box 61967 Vancouver, WA 98666 | (360) 907-2788 | jennifer@sage-ls.com |
Marguerite Matusak | 1514 NW 60th St. Vancouver, WA 98663 | (360) 693-1396 | matusak4824@comcast.net |
Josephine Townsend | 211 E. 11th Ste. 104 Vancouver, WA 98660 | (360) 694-7601 | Josie@jctownsend.com |
Title 13 Registry - Child Advocate/Guardian ad Litem | |||
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Name | Address | Phone Number | Email Address |
Cowlitz County Child Advocates | 1024 Broadway St. Longview, WA 98632 | (360) 414-5212 |