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§ 35-15-304. Representation by Person Having Substantially Identical Interest

Unless otherwise represented, a minor, incapacitated, or unborn individual, or a person whose identity or location is unknown and not reasonably ascertainable, may be represented by and bound by another having a substantially identical interest with respect to the particular question or dispute, but only to the extent there is no material conflict of interest […]

§ 35-15-305. Appointment of Representative

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 […]

§ 35-15-301. Representation — Basic Effect

Notice to a person who may represent and bind another person under this chapter has the same effect as if notice were given directly to the other person. The consent of a person who may represent and bind another person under this chapter is binding on the person represented unless the person represented objects to […]

§ 35-15-303. Representation by Fiduciaries and Parents

To the extent there is no material conflict of interest between the representative and the person represented or among those being represented with respect to a particular question or dispute: A conservator may represent and bind the estate that the conservator controls; A guardian may represent and bind the ward if a conservator of the […]