2013 Maine Revised Statutes
TITLE 18-B: TRUSTS
Chapter 3: REPRESENTATION
18-B §305. Appointment of representative

Part 1: MAINE UNIFORM TRUST CODE HEADING: PL 2003, C. 618, PT. A, §1 (NEW); §2 (AFF) EFFECTIVE 7/1/05

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) .]

SECTION HISTORY

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