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Application and Order for Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem of Minor—Civil and Family Law

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2024

This form is used to ask the court to officially appoint a Guardian Ad Litem. A Guardian Ad Litem is a person appointed by the court to speak for the interests of a minor, a person who cannot make their own decisions, or another person in a civil or family law case.

The court describes it as: Tell the court why you think the person you named should be appointed to speak on behalf of the child in the case. This includes a section for the person to consent to the appointment and a place for the court's findings and order.

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This form is used in civil or family law cases when one of the parties involved is a minor, a person who lacks the ability to make decisions, or someone who has a conservator.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should file this form?
The form is for use when a party is a minor, a person who lacks legal capacity, or a person with a conservator. The applicant can be a parent, guardian, conservator, or another interested person.
Does this form require an attorney?
The text notes that a person cannot act as a guardian ad litem unless they are represented by an attorney, are an attorney, or, in a specific type of case, are an adult relative of a minor party.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.

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