I am getting divorced. Do I need a GAL, and what is that?Research & Advocacy10/05/2015 12:00:00 PMHon. Christina HarmsI am getting divorced. Do I need a GAL, and what is that?Mental Health Tips from William James College Faculty: I am getting divorced. Do I need a GAL, and what is that? by Hon. Christina Harms (Ret.), Director of the Child and Family Evaluation Service (CAFES)I am getting divorced. Do I need a GAL, and what is that?In Massachusetts, a “GAL” (Guardian ad Litem) is a person (in the past often an attorney but at present almost always a PhD/PsyD psychologist or LICSW) who is appointed by a court. Research & AdvocacyResearch & Advocacy