Rule 422 Qualification and compensation of guardians ad litem

(a) Appointment. When the Court in the exercise of its statutory or inherent power appoints a guardian ad litem, except for good cause shown, no person other than a member of the Bar of this Court shall be so appointed.

(b) Written report on possible conflict. Whenever a guardian ad litem has occasion to sue or defend on behalf of a disabled interested person concerning a matter in which such guardian has a possible conflicting interest, such guardian shall report the facts in writing to the Court in order that appropriate action may be taken.

(c) Compensation on petition. Allowance by the Court of compensation to a guardian ad litem shall be made only on petition supported by a statement detailing with particularity the nature and extent of services rendered, the time devoted, the amount claimed, and any prior allowance made for the claimant's services.

(d) Notice of petition for compensation. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, notice of such petition need be given only to the personal representative(s) or special administrator(s) of the estate against which the claim is made.