Guardian ad Litem Division Managers If you are unsure which manager to contact, consult the GAL Program Map. ICWA and Family Court Managers have statewide responsibility for ICWA and Family Court cases respectively., The Guardian ad Litem is a mandated reporter and the law requires mandated reporters to make a report to social services if they know of or have reason to believe a child is being neglected or abused., With guardian services organized on a county-by-county basis, Minnesota is one of 33 states where guardian services are provided locally. Minnesota's Guardian ad Litem program (s) have undergone significant, almost continuous, change in the last seventeen years., The Guardian ad Litem Program is committed to moving from allies to accomplices to address racial equity in order to affect systems change and advance practices that promote the well being and safety of children., If you have questions about Guardian ad Litem fees, contact the court administration office in the county where your case is being heard. You can find the correct Court Administration office by using the court locator guide., I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR GUARDIAN AD LITEM SERVICE Have a BA or BS in psychology, social work, education, nursing, law, or child related discipline OR have an equivalent combination of training, education or experience; Have access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license;.