California Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem-Probate is a legal document used in probate proceedings. It is a petition filed by an individual, requesting the court to appoint a guardian ad item (GAL) to represent the interests of a minor or incapacitated person in a probate matter. The individual filing the petition must provide reasons why the appointment is necessary, as well as the qualifications of the proposed GAL. There are two types of California Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem-Probate: a petition for the appointment of a GAL in a guardianship matter, and a petition for the appointment of a GAL in an estate administration matter. In a guardianship matter, the GAL will be appointed to represent the minor or incapacitated person and advise the court on the best interests of the child or incapacitated person. In an estate administration matter, the GAL will be appointed to represent the minor or incapacitated person's interests in the administration of the estate. In either case, the GAL will provide an independent, unbiased opinion to the court.