Me. Stat. tit. 18-B § 305

Current through 131st (2023-2024) Legislature Chapter 684
Section 305 - Appointment of representative
1.Interest not represented; representation inadequate. If the court determines that an 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, an incapacitated or unborn individual or a person whose identity or location is unknown. A representative may be appointed to represent several persons or interests.

[2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §1(NEW); 2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §2(AFF).]

2.Scope of representation. A representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect to any matter arising under this Code, whether or not a judicial proceeding concerning the trust is pending.

[2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §1(NEW); 2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §2(AFF).]

3.Consider general benefit. In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefit accruing to the living members of the individual's family.

[2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §1(NEW); 2003, c. 618, Pt. A, §2(AFF).]

18-B M.R.S. § 305

2003, c. 618, §A1 (NEW) . 2003, c. 618, §A2 (AFF) .