New York § 1204 - 1204Compensation of guardian ad litem
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 1204 — 1204Compensation of guardian ad litem, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1204. 1204Compensation of guardian ad litem
§ 1204. Compensation of guardian ad litem. A court may allow a guardian ad litem a reasonable compensation for his services to be paid in whole or part by any other party or from any recovery had on behalf of the person whom such guardian represents or from such person's other property. No order allowing compensation shall be made except on an affidavit of the guardian or his attorney showing the services rendered.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 1204
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 1204 cover?
Section 1204 ("1204Compensation of guardian ad litem") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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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