Civil RTC News
This page lists all of the most recent developments on civil right to counsel across the country. These could be newly created rights to counsel, significant publications, public events, advocacy efforts, or other things that don’t fit into a neat category.
April 3, 2025
Kansas provides discretionary appointment for parents in guardianships
The court may appoint counsel in plenary establishment matters if the court determines the parent needs representation.
April 3, 2025
Right to counsel
Respondents have a right to counsel in guardianship and conservatorship establishment and temporary substitute matters.
March 27, 2025
Utah applies different RTC standards for certain guardianships / conservatorships
Individuals in some guardianship and conservatorship matters may be entitled to counsel.
March 18, 2025
North Dakota creates re-establishment of parental rights process and associated right to counsel
Indigent parent petitioners are entitled to counsel as are children regardless of the child's income.
