Amicus is essentially suggesting that the next phase of these proceedings should go forward on an ex parte basis. In support of this position, amicus cites the policy statement at ¶ 14 of Winter v. Sherman Estate, where van Rensburg J.A. wrote, “a motion to appoint a litigation guardian affects both the personal interests of the individual whose ability to make decisions in a proceeding are affected, and the administration of justice. On such a motion, it is important that those who are concerned about a person’s capacity to participate in the litigation and/or to instruct counsel are able to bring forward appropriate information for the court’s consideration”.
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