Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 907.02

As amended through October 28, 2024

Rule 907.02 - Rights as a Party

In addition to the rights set forth in Rule 907.01 and any other rights set forth in statute, court order, or Rule, in every case in which a guardian ad litem is a party, the guardian ad litem shall have the right to:

(a) legal representation;

(b) be present at all hearings;

(c) conduct discovery;

(d) bring motions before the court;

(e) participate in settlement agreements;

(f) subpoena witnesses;

(g) make argument in support of or against the petition;

(h) present evidence;

(i) cross-examine witnesses;

(j) request review of the referee's findings and recommended order;

(k) request review of the court's disposition upon a showing of a substantial change of circumstances or that the previous disposition was inappropriate;

(l) bring post-trial motions; and

(m) appeal from orders of the court.

The exercise of these rights shall not constitute the unauthorized practice of law.

Minn. Gen. R. Prac. 907.02