An Alaska Order Appointing Guardian Ad Item is a court order issued by a judge in the state of Alaska that appoints a person as a Guardian Ad Item to represent a minor in a court proceeding. A Guardian Ad Item is an impartial third-party who has the authority to make decisions in the best interests of the minor. The Guardian Ad Item can represent the minor in legal proceedings such as child custody, visitation, paternity, adoption, and guardianship cases. There are two types of Alaska Orders Appointing Guardian Ad Item: temporary and permanent. A temporary order is usually issued when there is an immediate need to protect the minor in a court proceeding. The temporary order allows the Guardian Ad Item to represent the minor until the court can issue a permanent order. A permanent order is typically issued after a hearing is held and the court determines that the Guardian Ad Item is the best person to represent the minor. The permanent order gives the Guardian Ad Item the authority to make decisions regarding the minor’s best interests, such as legal representation, medical and educational needs, and other matters related to the minor’s welfare.