CODE OF VIRGINIA

APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE (§ 64.2-718)

A. 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, incapacitated, or
unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown. A
representative may be appointed to represent several persons or interests.

B. A representative may act on behalf of the individual represented with respect
to any matter arising under this chapter, whether or not a judicial proceeding
concerning the trust is pending.

C. In making decisions, a representative may consider general benefit accruing
to the living members of the individual’s family.

HISTORY: 2005, c. 935, § 55-543.05; 2012, c. 614.