Indiana Code 31-17-6-5. Representation by attorney
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Terms Used In Indiana Code 31-17-6-5
- Attorney: includes a counselor or other person authorized to appear and represent a party in an action or special proceeding. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
- 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.
Sec. 5. The guardian ad litem or the court appointed special advocate may be represented by an attorney. If necessary to protect the child’s interests, the court may appoint an attorney to represent the guardian ad litem or the court appointed special advocate.
[Pre-1997 Recodification Citation: 31-1-11.5-28(e) part.]
As added by P.L.1-1997, SEC.9.