Ala. Code § 26-2A-52

Guardian Ad Litem. (Amended by 2026-488)

Known as the Alabama Uniform Guardianship and Protective Proceedings Act

The act spans §§ 26-2A-1 to 26-2A-9 (83 sections).

(Acts 1987, No. 87-590, p. 975, §1-403.)

AMENDED BY ACT 2026-488, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2027. SEE ACT FOR REVISED LANGUAGE.

At any point in a proceeding, a court may appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the interest of a minor or other person if the court determines that representation of the interest otherwise would be inadequate. If not precluded by conflict of interests, a guardian ad litem may be appointed to represent several persons or interests.

Official source: Alabama Legislature (ALISON). Reproduced from public-domain Alabama statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.