Mandatory Appointment of Attorney Ad Litem for Child
Special Appointments, Child Custody Evaluations, and Adoption Evaluations · Appointments in Certain Suits
In a suit filed by a governmental entity requesting termination of the parent-child relationship or to be named conservator of a child, the court shall appoint an attorney ad litem to represent the interests of the child immediately after the filing, but before the full adversary hearing, to ensure adequate representation of the child.
Official text of the Texas Family Code as published by the Texas Legislative Council.
