Guardianship is a legal process used to protect individuals (known as wards) who are unable to care for their own wellbeing due to age, incapacity, or disability. A guardian is a court-appointed family member, friend, or court-selected individual if no one else is available. A guardian must make important and ongoing decisions for their ward, they have the legal authority to act on behalf of them and a responsibility to oversee, protect and care for their interests, personal matters, and financial affairs.

Due to any number of circumstances, families and individuals may find themselves having to negotiate the guardianship of a loved one. In the event someone needs to institute guardianship over a child, parent, incapacitated or disabled person, we provide the guidance and support needed to help determine the best course of action for you, your family, and your loved one.

Though this process can oftentimes be overwhelming, we work hard on behalf of you and your loved one to represent their health, well-being, and assets, paying special attention to the sensitivity needed to handle cases such as these. In these situations, we are able to offer representation to the family and/or person petitioning for guardianship, as well as the interests and well-being of a person whose guardianship is contested, ambiguous, or unsatisfactory.