Attorneys

Attorneys are expected to represent their clients competently and ethically. Examples of misconduct include:

• Failing to communicate or respond to client inquiries.

• Conflicts of interest that are not disclosed or managed.

• Inadequate preparation, leading to negative outcomes.

• Overbilling, unclear billing practices, or financial misconduct.

• Dishonesty or misrepresentation of case details.

Judges

Judges must remain impartial and uphold the law. Examples of misconduct include:

• Demonstrating bias or favoritism toward one party.

• Failing to apply legal standards or ignoring evidence.

• Making inappropriate comments or exhibiting unprofessional behavior in court.

• Having conflicts of interest that compromise impartiality.

Custody Evaluators

Custody evaluators provide recommendations that influence child custody arrangements. Examples of misconduct include:

• Showing favoritism toward one parent.

• Conducting incomplete or biased evaluations.

• Misrepresenting findings or failing to follow professional standards.

• Ignoring the best interests of the child.

Professional Assessors

Professional assessors, such as financial analysts or psychological evaluators, are expected to provide accurate, unbiased assessments. Examples of misconduct include:

• Providing inaccurate or misleading evaluations.

• Acting unprofessionally or failing to follow established standards.

• Conflicts of interest that compromise the credibility of their assessments.

Mediators

Mediators are meant to facilitate fair and balanced resolutions. Examples of misconduct include:

• Favoring one party over the other.

• Failing to guide the process effectively or impartially.

• Exhibiting unprofessional or unethical behavior.

Guardian ad Litems (GALs)

GALs represent the best interests of children during divorce proceedings. Examples of misconduct include:

• Failing to conduct thorough investigations.

• Showing bias or ignoring critical information.

• Acting unprofessionally or demonstrating a lack of impartiality.