§ 19-3B-305 — Appointment of Representative

Alabama § 19-3B-305

• Jurisdiction: Alabama
• Title 19: Fiduciaries and Trusts
• Ch. 3B: Alabama Uniform Trust Code

Text

(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.

Legislative History

(Act 2006-216, p. 314, §1.)