Illinois answer Of Guardian ad Item (In Probate) is a legal document filed by a guardian ad item (GAL) appointed by the court to represent the interests of an infant, disabled, or incapacitated person in a probate proceeding. The document is a response to a petition seeking probate of a will, to request appointment of an executor or administrator, or to contest the validity of a will. It is also filed in response to a petition concerning guardianship of a minor or an estate of a deceased person. There are two types of Illinois answer Of Guardian ad Item (In Probate): an answer of guardian ad item (GAL) appointed for an infant or disabled person, and an answer of guardian ad item (GAL) appointed for an incapacitated person. The answer of GAL appointed for an infant or disabled person includes information about the proposed ward, their age, residence, and legal status, as well as the guardian’s opinion about the proposed ward’s legal capacity and any proposed guardianship or conservatorship. The answer of GAL appointed for an incapacitated person includes information about the proposed ward’s age, residence, and legal status, as well as the guardian’s opinion about the proposed ward’s mental condition and ability to manage their estate. In addition, the answer of GAL appointed for an incapacitated person includes a recommendation about the appointment of a guardian or conservator.