Section 404. Qualification and duties of guardian ad litem 1

A  guardian  ad litem shall be an attorney admitted to practice in
  New York.
    2. Before entering upon his duties he shall file a consent to act  and
  unless  he has previously done so, a statement of no interest adverse to
  or in conflict with the person under disability.
    3. He shall file an appearance and take such steps with  diligence  as
  deemed  necessary  to  represent and protect the interests of the person
  under disability, and file a report of his activities together with  his
  recommendation  upon the termination of his duties or at such other time
  as directed by the court.