Impeaching a guardian ad litem who’s gone (too) rogue
"Twenty years experience shows that there’s some validity to Robert Rosen’s jaundiced view of guardians ad litem"
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Articles from the web that are relevant to family court reform.
Breaking Bias: Scandal in a Lay Guardian Ad Litem Office
"[Washington State's] volunteer guardian ad litems program has had serious instances of misconduct, including attempts to fabricate evidence, violations of confidentiality, and retaliatory actions against those exposing wrongdoing."
Read Full ArticleBe Wary of Saviors: The Guardian ad Litem in Contested Custody Cases
"There is always a risk that a Guardian ad Litem will make recommendations that are not in a child’s best interest"
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Why Child Support Should Be Eliminated: Letting Natural Relationships Flourish
Child support payments are a cornerstone of modern family law, rooted in the belief that a parent must financially support their child, even if they don’t live together. The narrative is familiar: it’s about fairness, shared responsibility, and ensuring a child’s well-being. But what if this system, designed to protect, actually undermines the natural dynamics of parent-child relationships? What if mandating support strips away opportunities for growth, bonding, and accountability—for both parent and child? I believe child support should be non-existent, not just in joint custody but in all cases. Here’s why.
Read MoreLet Kids Decide: Child Autonomy in Divorce Custody
Divorce reshapes families, but too often, it’s the courts—not the kids—who dictate where children live. The current system assumes adults and judges know best, sidelining the very people most affected: the children. I propose a radical shift: give kids the autonomy to choose where they live after a divorce.
Read MoreDismantle the Family Court Fantasy: Let Parents and Kids Decide Custody
Family Courts are a relic of good intentions gone awry—riddled with bias, inconsistent rulings, and sanctimonious decisions about “moral character,” all cloaked under the noble banner of “best interest of the child.” But let’s call it what it is: a savior complex masquerading as justice.
Read MoreImputed Income: Family Courts’ Archaic Tax on Freedom
In Arkansas, child support isn’t just a payment—it’s a punishment, padded with a relic called “imputed income.” If a parent works less than 40 hours a week, the court “makes up” the difference, pretending they earn more. Own land that’s sitting idle? They’ll imagine it’s churning out cash and bill you for that too. This isn’t justice—it’s economic coercion.
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Real experiences from Arkansas families affected by the current family court system.