Guardianship & Conservatorship for Incapacitated Adults
- Consultations on needs for your loved one
- Files a petition with the court on behalf of a person seeking guardianship and conservatorship
- Assistance in locating a Guardian ad litem for the incapacitated person
- Serves official notices on interested and related parties
- Represents the Petitioner in their petition to be guardian and/or conservator through a court order
- Assists by referrals to an agent so as to qualify with the Court’s Clerk
- Assistance with questions or issues on reports to the Commissioner of Accounts
- Annual or periodic review of the condition of the incapacitated person
Guardianship and Conservatorship for Incapacitated adults is a legal process where a court appoints a trusted individual to make personal and financial decisions on behalf of an adult who is deemed unable to do so due to a mental or physical incapacity, such as dementia or severe injury, allowing the appointed person to manage their healthcare, housing, and finances as needed. A guardian is typically focused on personal care and a conservator manages financial and legal affairs, though the terms may vary by state.
Guardianship & Conservatorship determination
A court must first determine if an adult is truly incapacitated before appointing a guardian or conservator. Courts can make this determination based on the incapacitated persons medical record and the testimony of family and friends.
Guardianship
- A guardian makes decisions regarding the incapacitated person’s personal well-being, including healthcare choices, living arrangements, and daily activities.
Conservatorship
- A conservator manages the incapacitated person’s legal and financial affairs, including accessing bank accounts, paying bills, and making investment decisions.
The Plan
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2️⃣ Get a Personalized Legal Strategy
3️⃣ Move Forward with Confidence
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The Law Office of Cynthia Murray provides expert legal representation, offering trusted guidance in family law, criminal law, estate planning, business law and guardianship and consevatorship to clients seeking professional and compassionate legal services. English and Spanish legal services.
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