Interviewed minor child and presented reports to Court that did not reflect information directly related to hearing set before the Court. When this was questioned in Court, GAL stated he didn't have copy of Petition and apologized for not being familiar with details of hearing. It is the duty of the Attorney to have all information necessary to prepare for hearing and properly handle case. At time mother still maintained guardianship before awarded to 3rd party, GAL failed to ever contact guardian(mother)at any time. GAL has never met with mother of minor child. GAL stated before the Court that he felt counseling for minor child would be a form of punishment for the parent's mistakes, when, in fact, one of the first things a Court will order in situations where there has been a disruption in family structure is counseling for the minor child, individually, as well as family counseling. GAL has requested the Court deny access of child to mother against Statute 48.23(3). GAL's duties is to perform duties in accordance with Wisconsin Law and uphold one's Constitutional rights.