§ 1-202. Appointment of counsel for minor

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   (a) In general. -- In an action in which custody, visitation rights, or the amount of support of a minor child is contested, the court may:

   (1) (i) appoint a lawyer who shall serve as a child advocate attorney to represent the minor child and who may not represent any party to the action; or

      (ii) appoint a lawyer who shall serve as a best interest attorney to represent the minor child and who may not represent any party to the action; and

   (2) impose counsel fees against one or more parties to the action.

(b) Standard of care. -- A lawyer appointed under this section shall exercise ordinary care and diligence in the representation of a minor child.

HISTORY: CJ § 3-604; 1984, ch. 296, § 2; 2006, ch. 467; 2008, ch. 488.

                    
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