The Oregon Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Item (Minor) is a legal document used to appoint a guardian ad item (GAL) to represent a minor in court proceedings. A GAL is an independent attorney appointed by the court to represent the best interests of the minor. The Petition is used when the minor has a legal issue that requires court involvement, such as adoption, guardianship, or termination of parental rights. The Petition includes details such as the name and address of the minor, the name of the proposed GAL, and the requested court orders. There are two types of Oregon Petitions for Appointment of Guardian Ad Item (Minor): 1) Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Item (Minor) in a Private Manner and 2) Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Item (Minor) in a State Matter.