I've been having an issue in my game where my summoned familiar is always at the front of any battle. He's got 8 health and is primarily a spell caster. Why is he at the front of the line?

The AI is well aware of this vulnerability too. It charges right for the unprotected caster and kills it... every. single. battle.

A great once in a while, I fight something with a lower initiative and have a chance to move him, but it's getting pretty ridiculous.

Please have his battle placement further back. He's not a front line trooper.