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JDF 1320

Order Appointing Legal Representative of the Child

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective January 1, 2024

This form is an order used by the court to officially name a Legal Representative of the Child (CLR). It records the appointment and details the CLR's responsibilities regarding the best interests of the child(ren).

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when the court needs to appoint a person to represent the best interests of the child during legal proceedings.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is used by the court to issue an order, though it collects information from the parties involved in the case.
Does this form involve paying fees?
The form includes a section where the court determines how the fees and costs for the CLR will be paid by the parties.
What is the purpose of the CLR?
The CLR is appointed to represent the best interests of the child(ren) concerning various issues like parenting time and support.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.

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