The Utah Application for Appointment of a Guardian ad Item is a legal form created by the State of Utah to provide a way for a court to appoint a guardian ad item (GAL) to represent a minor child or a legally incompetent adult in a legal case. The GAL is an attorney or other qualified professional who specializes in representing those who cannot represent themselves due to age or incapacity. A GAL is responsible for protecting the interests of the minor or legally incompetent adult, obtaining information from relevant parties, and making recommendations to the court. The Utah Application for Appointment of a Guardian ad Item can be used for three types of cases: guardianship of a minor child, guardianship of a legally incompetent adult, and guardianship of a developmentally disabled adult. The form is used to determine whether a GAL is necessary, and if so, to request the court to appoint one. It includes information about the minor or legally incompetent adult, the proposed GAL, and the proposed guardianship arrangement. In addition to the Utah Application for Appointment of a Guardian ad Item, the court may require additional forms or documents specific to the case. These may include a criminal background check, financial disclosure, and a conflict of interest statement.