Nevada § 159.095 - Representing protected person in legal proceedings
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.095 — Representing protected person in legal proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 159.095. Representing protected person in legal proceedings
1. A guardian of the estate shall appear for and represent the protected person in
all actions, suits or proceedings to which the protected person is a party, unless
the court finds that the interests of the guardian conflict with the interests of
the protected person or it is otherwise appropriate to appoint a guardian ad litem
in the action, suit or proceeding. 2. Upon final resolution of the action, suit or proceeding, the guardian of the estate
or the guardian ad litem shall notify the court of the outcome of the action, suit
or proceeding. 3. If the person of the protected person would be affected by the outcome of any action,
suit or proceeding, the guardian of the person, if any, should be joined to represent
the protected person in the action, suit or proceeding. 4. If the protected person is a party to any criminal action, the guardian of the
estate and the guardian of the person must be notified of the action.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 159.095
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 159.095 cover?
Section 159.095 ("Representing protected person in legal proceedings") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 159.095?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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