S.G. v. D.C.

DICKINSON, Justice,

for the Court.

¶ 1. This is an appeal of an order denying a maternal grandmother’s attempt to intervene in a custody dispute involving her grandchildren, one of whom allegedly was sexually abused by her father. Because of the unusual facts and circum*272stances presented, we find the grandmother must be allowed to intervene to protect the interests of the minor children. We also take this opportunity to clarify the duties and responsibilities of a court-appointed guardian ad litem.

BACKGROUND FACTS1 AND PROCEEDINGS

¶ 2. The long and complex history2 of this case began in December,…