After a court determines that an individual can no longer make personal and/or financial decisions for themselves, a guardianship may be instituted. If an individual…
Guardianship Planning
In 2024, Illinois plans to make significant changes to the Probate Act of 1975 including adopting the Guardian Appointment Act. The Guardianship Appointment Act or…
How expensive is the guardianship process? If you are appointed guardian of the person, your role is straightforward and requires an annual written report filed…
When your loved one needs care, you can petition the court to be appointed as the Guardian of the Person and Estate. A guardian is…
Guardianship proceedings are complicated and involved, but for many families they provide the peace of mind that comes from knowing that an elderly loved one is being protected and well cared for.
The term “conservatorship” means the court process in which a person is appointed to manage the financial affairs of another person.
If you have a loved one who still lives independently but you believe that they are vulnerable to thieves and financial predators, guardianship may be appropriate to protect them.