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Do I have to appear in person to apply for Guardianship and Conservatorship of a relative who lives in a different state. Can I notarize and Fax

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
Your will have to appear in person but these days "in person" is often by Zoom.
Your will have to appear in person but these days "in person" is often by Zoom.

Will I be legally responsible for my father being arrested or any bills if I am his guardian? How often do I have to report to court being a guardian?

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
A guardian is only responsible for their own neglect or bad acts (malfeasance).  Reporting requirements vary by state.  Please consult with a local guardianship lawyer.
A guardian is only responsible for their own neglect or bad acts (malfeasance).  Reporting requirements vary by state.  Please consult... Read More

After the age of 25 at what age do i get to go back to court is it under the age of 30 or at age 30?

Answered 6 years and 4 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
You can write a letter to the judge yourself asking to have your rights restored and the guardianship removed.
You can write a letter to the judge yourself asking to have your rights restored and the guardianship removed.

What steps to take following being appointed guardian/conservator

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
Consult the lawyer who represented you in applying and the court which appointed you.  They should be guiding you on how to perform your duties.  Please note that a guardian is not required to spend her own money (or give up her job).
Consult the lawyer who represented you in applying and the court which appointed you.  They should be guiding you on how to perform your... Read More

If I got guardianship of my mentaly ill brother would this be a guarentee me that I could get him put in a hospital and get the treatment he needs?

Answered 13 years and 11 months ago by attorney Astrid de Parry   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
Guardianship of your brother would give you the authority to make decisions regarding his health care and living environment.  
Guardianship of your brother would give you the authority to make decisions regarding his health care and living environment.  

How do I make someone the guardian of my child?

Answered 14 years and 2 months ago by Robinzina Bryant (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship And Conservatorship
Dear Anonymous, In Illinois, where I practice, the Probate Statute (755 ILCS 5/11-5) states a parent whose parental rights have not been terminated, may designate in any writing, including a will, a person qualified to be appointed as guardian (and successor guardian) of the person (handles the day to day aspects) or estate (handles the money), or both, of an unmarried minor or of a child likely to be born.  The writing must be witnessed (signed) by two or more credible witnesses at least 18 years of age, neither of whom can be the person designated as the guardian....date the writing and get it notarized.  Please note that this designation of a guardian (or successor guardian) does not affect the rights of the other parent of the minor. So basically what all the above means is you can designate a guardian to take over parenting now while you are alive if necessary/desired by providing the probate court with a signed witnessed writing OR you can designate someone to take over parenting for you upon your death by use of a will or a writing with the same formalities of a will.  Typically, a petition for guardianship has to be filed.  Why?  Because the court has to make a determination if the person seeking guardianship is qualified to serve and if such is in the best interest of the child.  The court will not even hear a petition if there is a living parent whose rights have not been terminated and whose whereabouts are known and he/she are willing and able to make and carry out day to day child care decisions concerning the minor (rebuttable presumption), unless: 1) the parent or parents voluntarily relinquished physical custody; 2) after receiving notice of the hearing, the parent(s) fail to object to the appointment at the hearing on the petition; or 3) the parent(s) consent to the appointment as evidenced by a written document that has been notarized and dated, or by a personal appearance and consent in open court. Best of wishes to you and hope the above helps.... Read More
Dear Anonymous, In Illinois, where I practice, the Probate Statute (755 ILCS 5/11-5) states a parent whose parental rights have not been... Read More
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