Franklin County Guardian ad Litem Reviews 2026 - Columbus, Ohio

Official Franklin County, 2026 Guardian Ad Litem (GAL/JAL) list: HERE

Finding the right GAL is one of the most important choices in a contentions divorce. Once appointed, transparency and accountability are non-existent for these court-appointed attornies. In our overburdened courts, Judges often will simply default to a GAL's opinion, while these GALs enjoy full immunity. This has created an unaccountability loophole the courts love to abuse with no checks or balances. Like many, if you or your family has been mistreadted by a court-appointed GAL your only recourse is to file a grievance with the Ohio Supreme Court and the Ohio State Bar, consider a Legal Malpractice claim or an Abuse of Process suit.





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Christopher E. Heckert (4.7⭐)
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Christopher E. Heckert

4.7/5 ⭐ 14 review(s)
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2017 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Whitney Faust
Chris Heckert was assigned as the GAL for my divorce case. I've only had one meeting with him thus far, but first experiences mean a great deal and his was fantastic. I appreciate the unbiased look he's taking to the case, evaluating both parents and most importantly, looking out for the best interest of our daughter.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2020 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: LeNora Tincher
An A+ attorney. I ultimately chose Chris Heckert as my attorney because of a referral from another divorce attorney. He had worked with Chris on a case and was extremely impressed with his work. After just a short time of getting to know him, I knew he was the right choice. He is honest, fair, and extremely knowledgeable.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2020 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Melanie Houts
Chris Heckert and his associates went the extra mile every step of the way. Chris was attentive at every visit. He made me feel as ease during times of distress and always found times to return my calls. Chris made me feel that my case was important to him and he worked hard to get the best result.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2020 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: William Lenz
One word comes to mind when I think about my experience and relationship with Chris and Heckert Law. That word is Professionalism. From start to finish during my divorce case and custody negotiations, Chris and Jennifer treated me and my situation with the utmost respect and empathy.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2020 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: sabrina wilson
Chris and his team absolutely shine! They will truly do whatever it takes to get the best possible outcome for you! I've known Chris since 2011 and since has always had a moment to answer any questions I have ever had, they are just an amazing team!
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2022 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Patrick Souza
Chris was such an important part in securing my daughter's future. He and his staff worked so hard during the process. The whole time he truly focused on the best possible outcome for my daughter. In the end, he is in fact a good person who is quite good at his job. I can't thank him and his staff enough.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2023 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: LeighAnn Guagenti
Chris is an amazing attorney that clearly takes pride in his craft. He is communicative and reliable. In situations where a client feels so out of control with what they understand, I feel Chris explains things easily and clearly. He can be aggressive when needed and is always professional.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2023 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Shawn Mensi
Chris Heckert played a crucial role as the Guardian Ad Litem in our case & helping us come to a settlement. I’m pleased to say that my son’s mom & I are getting along better than ever now. I’d trust him as an attorney as well as the GAL. I’d definitely recommend Chris!
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2024 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Consolidus Program Managers
I cannot recommend Chris and his team enough. His 20 plus years of experience, gives him the tools to provide recommendations pretrial that lead to a great result on judgement day. Not only is Chris great, but Marybeth his paralegal is fantastic to work with.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2024 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Nicole Thompson
Chris was very thorough in handling my daughter's case, very responsive with any questions we had and explained everything to us in detail. We also ended up with the outcome we hoped for, which we owe to Chris. High recommend!
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2024 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Ava Wheeler
Chris Heckert was instrumental in helping me with my court issue. It was a very stressful and complicated issue I was going through and Chris made it a lot easier on me by pretty much doing everything for me! Highly recommend him!!
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2025 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Cindy Dodson
I am very thankful for the excellent representation provided by Chris Heckert on behalf of my son. He handled his case with professionalism, care and a strong understanding of the legal process, ultimately helping to get a CPO dismissed.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: Not Specified
Review Source: [Google Reviews]
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
January 01, 2025 12:00 PM
Reviewed by: Jeff Dodson
Words can’t describe how amazing Chris is. My family, friends and I can finally breathe and sleep again. He got us through one of the most devastating times of our lives. We will continue to utilize his expertise.
Christopher E. Heckert
Franklin County | Case Year: N/A
Review Source: www.attorneyatlaw.com
⭐ (1/5)
February 12, 2026 09:30 PM
Reviewed by: Not Specified
Worst experience with a parent coordinator (first time with one). Not one email or phone call follow up. I was very disappointed for myself and my children.

Understanding Guardian ad Litems in Franklin County

What is a GAL?

A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a court-appointed attorney who investigates custody cases in Franklin County Domestic Relations Court. They make recommendations to judges about parenting time and custody arrangements.

Problem: GAL bias can destroy your case.

How Much Does a GAL Cost?

GALs in Columbus Ohio typically charge $200-$400/hour. Total costs can range from $5,000 to $25,000+ depending on case complexity. You pay for their investigation—even if they're biased against you.

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How to Remove a Biased GAL

File a motion to remove the GAL in Franklin County court. Document bias, conflicts of interest, or violations of ethical standards. File a grievance with the Ohio Bar Association if needed.

Step-by-step guide →

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Alise Price

Location: Westerville Ohio, Franklin County

Attorney and Guardian ad Litem serving Franklin County Domestic Relations Court

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Meredith Snyder

Location: Columbus Ohio, Franklin County

Guardian ad Litem in Franklin County family court cases

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Danny Bank

Location: Franklin County, Columbus Ohio

Guardian ad Litem appointed in Franklin County custody cases

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