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Haw. Rev. Stat. § 554D-305

Appointment of guardian ad litem

Known as the Uniform Trust Code

The act spans §§ 554–554 (99 sections).

L 2021, c 32, pt of §2

(a) If the court determines that an interest is not represented under this part, or that the otherwise available representation might 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, 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.

(b) A guardian ad litem may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under this chapter, regardless of whether a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending.

(c) In making decisions, a guardian ad litem may consider general benefits accruing to the living members of the individual's family.

Official source: Hawaii State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Hawaii statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.