N.Y. Surrogate's Court Procedure Act § 404: Qualification and duties of guardian ad litem 1

§ 404. Qualification and duties of guardian ad litem

1. A guardian ad litem shall be an attorney admitted to practice in

New York.

2. Before entering upon his duties he shall file a consent to act and

unless he has previously done so, a statement of no interest adverse to

or in conflict with the person under disability.

3. He shall file an appearance and take such steps with diligence as

deemed necessary to represent and protect the interests of the person

under disability, and file a report of his activities together with his

recommendation upon the termination of his duties or at such other time

as directed by the court.