Guardianship
If your loved one is unable to care for or make decisions for themselves, the Guardianship process can help ensure their wellbeing and protection. A legally appointed guardian helps manage the personal and financial affairs of a minor, incapacitated adult, or individual struggling with mental health issues according to their best interest. Norton Estate Planning provides you peace of mind knowing that your loved ones will be cared for according to their wishes if they can no longer do so themselves.
- Protect Vulnerable Loved Ones
We guide you through the Guardianship process to ensure the welfare and safety of your loved ones. - Legal Authority
We help you attain legal authority to make crucial decisions regarding healthcare, education, and daily living for the individual. - Financial Management
We help you attain legal access to manage the individual's financial affairs, ensuring their resources are used wisely and for their benefit.
- Estate Planning for Minors
We help parents to designate a trusted guardian for their children in case of unexpected events. - Court Oversight
Through court proceedings, we provide a layer of accountability and oversight to protect the individual's best interests. - Legal Protection
Our support offers legal protection against potential disputes or challenges to the care and management of a vulnerable individual.
Guardianship Should Be...
Straight-forward
Guardianship can be confusing. From our initial consultation through the entire legal process, we ensure that all parties are well-informed and in-the-know.
Collaborative
Guardianship can be a difficult process. We bring all parties together to ensure alignment and cooperation as we work together to pursue a solution that's in the best interest of the guarded individual.
Compassionate
Guardianship should always be centered around the welfare of the guarded individual. We ensure that all parties are acting in the individual's best interest at very step of the process.
The Bottom Line
Our Guardianship services are right for…
- Someone who has become incapacitated due to injury or illness
- An elderly person who is unable to care for themselves due to old age
- A minor or a child with special needs whose parent(s) are unable to ensure their welfare
Our Process
Guardianship Consultation
During this free consultation, we’ll discuss your individual needs and help you understand the Guardianship process to determine if our firm would be a good fit for your needs.
Hearing
During a hearing, we will meet with a judge for approximately 30 minutes to go through the formal steps of appointing the guardian. On average, it takes 30-40 days to receive a hearing date with a judge.
Finalization
After the hearing, we’ll review the authority of the court-appointed guardian, the biennial duties required under the law, and provide instructions on proper financial management and recordkeeping.
Ongoing Support
Once your guardianship process is complete, we’ll always be here to help you with any questions you have or support you need.
What are You Waiting For?
Book a FREE Consultation today! During this initial session, we will answer all of your questions so you can determine if our firm is the right fit for helping you with your Guardianship needs. There is no obligation to hire our services after this appointment. Our goal is simply to equip you with the knowledge you need to make the right estate planning decisions!
