Connecticut General Statutes 45a-499t – Appointment of representative
(a) If the court determines that an interest is not represented pursuant to sections 45a-499q to 45a-499u, inclusive, or that the otherwise available representation may be inadequate, the court may appoint a guardian ad litem to receive notice, give consent, and otherwise represent, bind and act on behalf of a minor, an incapacitated or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown. A guardian ad litem may be appointed to represent several persons or interests.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 45a-499t
- Court: means a court of this state having jurisdiction over the matter pursuant to sections 45a-499o and 45a-499p or a court of another state having jurisdiction under the law of the other state. See Connecticut General Statutes 45a-499c
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Guardian: means a person appointed by the court pursuant to part V of chapter 802h. See Connecticut General Statutes 45a-499c
- Person: means an individual, corporation, statutory or business trust, estate, trust, partnership, limited liability company, association, joint venture, court, government, governmental subdivision, agency or instrumentality, public corporation or any other legal or commercial entity. See Connecticut General Statutes 45a-499c
(b) A guardian ad litem may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under sections 45a-487j to 45a-487t, inclusive, and 45a-499a to 45a-500s, inclusive, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending.
(c) In making decisions in any matter, a guardian ad litem may consider the general benefit accruing to the living members of the individual’s family.