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Section 13-701 – Testamentary Appointment of Guardian of a Minor

    (a)    Unless prohibited by agreement or court order, the surviving parent of a minor may appoint by will one or more guardians and successor guardians of the person of an unmarried minor.     (b)    The guardian need not be approved by or qualify in any court.

Section 13-703 – Bond; Accounting; Compensation

    (a)    The guardian of the person of a minor may not be required to post any bond or to file any accounts.     (b)    Unless otherwise provided by the will appointing a guardian of the person, the guardian of the person may not be entitled to any compensation for serving as guardian of the person.