Guardian ad litem

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-002374",
  "term": "Guardian ad litem",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A person appointed by a court to represent the best interests of a minor or an incapacitated person in a legal proceeding. This individual is not a party to the lawsuit but acts as an officer of the court to protect the legal rights of the ward. Their role is distinct from that of a legal counsel, as they focus on the ward's welfare rather than just their legal position.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/guardian-ad-litem/"
}