Alabama § 19-3B-305 - Appointment of Representative.
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§ 19-3B-305. Appointment of Representative.
(a) If the court determines that an interest is not represented under this article, or that the otherwise available representation might be inadequate, then the court may appoint a guardian ad litem or other representative to receive notice, give consent, and otherwise represent, bind, and act on behalf of a minor, incapacitated, or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown.
(b) A guardian ad litem or other representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under this chapter, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending.
(c) In making decisions, a guardian ad litem or other representative may consider general benefit accruing to the living members of the individual’s family.
(d) A guardian ad litem or other representative may be appointed to represent several persons or interests.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 19-3B-305 ("Appointment of Representative.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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