The court may appoint a guardian ad litem to any infant or defendant of unsound mind, and allow him suitable compensation payable out of the estate of such party, but the appointment shall not be made except when the court shall consider it necessary for the protection of the interest of such defendant; and a decree or judgment of any court shall not be void or erroneous because of the failure to have a guardian ad litem.
Structure Mississippi Code
Jurisdiction, Powers and Authority, Vacation Matters
§ 9-5-81. Jurisdiction of the chancery court, in general
§ 9-5-83. Court may determine all matters in estates administered
§ 9-5-85. Court may summon all persons and punish for contempt
§ 9-5-87. Power to punish for violation of injunction
§ 9-5-89. Guardian ad litem; appointment and compensation; effect of failure to appoint
§ 9-5-95. Court or chancellor may extend time in vacation
§ 9-5-97. Additional powers of chancellor in vacation
§ 9-5-105. Expense of chancellor in hearing vacation matter paid equally by parties