How Long Does It Take to Get a Guardianship or Conservatorship?
August 29, 2025
Question: My parents are elderly and my sister and brother would prefer that they agree to move out of their home and into either an
Question: My parents are elderly and my sister and brother would prefer that they agree to move out of their home and into either an
Question: Our client in California received life insurance proceeds from her parents’ policy payable to her as custodian for her adult brother (“Jane Doe Custodian
Question: My youngest brother is a lost soul – lives by himself, hasn’t worked in 20+ years, has no friends or activities that I’m aware
Question: Several years ago I was in a very bad place mentally. My son sought guardianship over me which was granted by the court. He
Question: My mother-in-law is widowed. She is 80, lives alone, and has been deteriorating (poor hygiene, nutrition, etc.) She has many health problems (currently hospitalized)
Once we reach the age of 18, which is the age of majority in all 50 states, we have complete autonomy to make our own
Question: Can a guardian or conservator live in a different state from the protected person? What about an agent under a durable power of attorney
Question: My grandparents bought a 500 square foot cottage on the southern coast of Massachusetts in the 60s. After my grandfather passed away in the
Question: I have an adopted son, Nick, who is 17 years old and attends a specialized high school. He is very immature and tests in
When children with special needs reach age 18, their parents are no longer their legal guardians and conservators. They may find that all of the