S.D. Codified Laws § 55-18-19

Current through the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 55-18-19 - Appointment of court representative

In a judicial proceeding, if the court determines that a person cannot be adequately represented by a representative, the court may order that the person be provided notice or may order the appointment of a court representative or a replacement court representative to bind the person. The basis for a finding that representation is inadequate shall be set forth specifically in an order and may include, by way of example, a finding that a representative has a material conflict of interest or acted with hostility to the interest of the person represented.

A trustee, a beneficiary, or, if authorized by the governing instrument, a fiduciary other than a trustee, may petition the court for the appointment of a court representative. A court representative has the authority to act as a representative in any proceeding unless otherwise ordered by the court.

Notwithstanding § 55-18-5, the court may appoint a court representative to bind uninterested beneficiaries, unborn persons, unascertained persons, or the potential appointees or the takers in default of a power of appointment.

Notwithstanding § 55-18-20, the court may appoint a court representative to bind a settlor.

SDCL 55-18-19

SL 2017, ch 208, §19; SL 2018, ch 275, §38.
Amended by S.L. 2018, ch. 275,s. 38, eff. 7/1/2018.
Added by S.L. 2017, ch. 208,s. 19, eff. 7/1/2017.