Part 2 - Appearance No. 4 Affidavit for Entry of Appearance as Guardian

What this form is for

• • When you need to formally enter as guardian in court proceedings
• • If you've been appointed as guardian and need to be recognized in a case
• • When representing a ward in legal matters where guardian status is required
• • If you're taking on guardianship responsibilities in an ongoing court case
• • When the court requires official confirmation of your guardian status

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

File this form as soon as you become aware of the need to appear as guardian, typically within the timeframe specified in the court notice or summons, which is usually 10-14 days from notification.

Before you submit

• • Form is fully completed with all sections filled
• • Guardian details are accurate and up-to-date
• • Form is signed in the presence of a authorized person
• • All required supporting documents are attached
• • Copy of the form is retained for your records
• • Court fees (if applicable) are paid
• • Form is submitted to the correct court office

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the correct Part 2 - Appearance No. 4 form from the Courts Service
2. 2Complete all sections with accurate guardian information
3. 3Sign the affidavit in the presence of a commissioner for oaths or other authorized person
4. 4Attach any required supporting documentation
5. 5Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
6. 6Pay any required court fees
7. 7Obtain a receipt or proof of submission

Known limitations

• • This form only establishes appearance as guardian, not the scope of guardianship
• • It doesn't replace other required court filings or procedures
• • Guardian must have legal capacity to act in this capacity
• • Form may need to be accompanied by additional court documents
• • Electronic submission options may be limited