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B Order of Appointment (CFY/GAL)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2023

This form is an order from the court that officially appoints an attorney to act as either Counsel for Youth (CFY) or Guardian ad litem (GAL). It details the attorney's duties and what kind of information they are allowed to see regarding the youth involved in the case.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used in a juvenile court setting when the judge needs to formally appoint an attorney to represent the best interests of the children or provide specialized legal representation for a youth.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The court fills out this form to issue the official order of appointment. The form is titled 'Order for Appointment.'
What does this order give the appointed attorney?
It gives the appointed attorney the right to access certain records, such as educational, medical, and social service files related to the children.
Does this order give the attorney access to everything?
No, the order states that the attorney still needs a separate court order or release to get confidential or private information about a parent.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2023.

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