guardians ad litem

A form of guardian ad litem — An individual (often a lawyer) appointed to represent the best interests of a child or incapacitated person for the purpose of a legal procedure.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of guardian ad litem
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“guardians ad litem.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/guardians%20ad%20litem. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

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