Guardianship
Establishing legal guardianship to protect minors or incapacitated adults.
Our firm understands the delicate nature of guardianships and is committed to providing skilled, caring support for families navigating these proceedings. Whether assisting with the initiation of guardianship proceedings, or defending/prosecuting cases related to the appointment of a guardian or care provided, we are here to guide you at every step. We understand an individual’s unique needs, whether it’s ensuring an elderly loved one receives assistance with daily living and care or an incapacitated child needs a guardianship platform to ensure proper care. Rest assured we are dedicated to providing the highest quality services for you and your loved one.
New requirements for guardianship proceedings have recently been enacted, including: 1) the appointment of counsel for alleged incapacitated individuals subject to guardianship petitions; 2) the certification of professional individuals; and 3) guardianship petitions must demonstrate that there are no alternative, less restrictive options for alleged incapacitated individuals besides guardianship. Our firm will ensure these requirements are met when undertaking a guardianship proceeding.
Guardianship litigation may arise when a party seeks to establish or challenge guardianship over an alleged incapacitated person or minor. A guardianship ensures that these individuals are properly cared for by granting a guardian the legal authority to make their medical and financial decisions. However, a guardianship may not always be necessary if an alleged incapacitated person has valid powers of attorney and an adequate support system to ensure his/her needs are met. Litigation in this area may include the following:
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Determining whether a person should be declared legally incapacitated
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Investigating allegations of guardians or agents acting improperly
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Establishing or challenging the fitness of persons to be appointed as guardians
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Any qualified individual, corporate fiduciary, or guardianship support agency may be appointed as guardian for an alleged incapacitated person.
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For Adults: Guardianship may be appropriate when the individual is no longer capable of caring for themselves and/or no longer able to make financial or medical decisions due to illness, disability or some other condition.
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For Children: Guardianship may be appropriate when the minor’s parents are unfit, unavailable or unable to care for the minor.
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