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A. If the court determines that a beneficiary's interest is not represented under this chapter or that the otherwise available representation might be inadequate, the court may appoint a representative to receive notice, give consent and otherwise represent, bind and act on behalf of a minor, incapacitated person, unborn child or person whose identity or location is unknown. The court may appoint a representative for several persons or interests.
B. A representative appointed under this section may act on behalf of the person represented with respect to any matter arising under this title, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending.
C. In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefit accruing to the living members of the family of the person represented.
D. The court's authority to appoint a representative under this section is in addition to its authority to appoint a guardian ad litem under § 14-1408.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Arizona Revised Statutes Title 14. Trusts, Estates and Protective Proceedings § 14-10302. Appointment of representative - last updated March 08, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/az/title-14-trusts-estates-and-protective-proceedings/az-rev-st-sect-14-10302/
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