Californians who take the necessary step to create a well-rounded estate plan must tailor it to suit their needs. In cases involving a minor who will need a guardianship, it is important to select the right person to serve as the guardian. It is a significant...
Conservatorships
What does the court investigator do prior to a conservatorship?
For a Californian who is aging or has experienced a life event that leaves them unable to oversee their affairs, a conservatorship might be necessary. Under the conservatorship, the person – the conservatee – will be protected by someone who has been appointed to fill...
What are a conservator’s duties in a limited conservatorship?
For Californians who have an adult loved one who needs a certain level of care due to developmental disabilities, a conservatorship may be a viable option. However, people are frequently unsure of what type of conservatorship would be the best choice for their...
What does a conservator do?
A California resident who a court deems unable to care for themselves or handle their basic needs may be appointed a conservator. Most California residents are probably familiar with guardianships, which involve an adult who is given legal responsibility over a minor...
Understanding conservatorships in California
If an adult cannot care for him or herself or his or her finances, it may be necessary to pursue a conservatorship. A judge can appoint a responsible adult to act as a conservator. The conservator may be a friend or family member. The person subject to the...
What to consider when setting up a guardianship?
As part of an estate plan, it is important for parents to carefully select a guardian for their minor child to include in their estate plan. To make a selection that will provide the estate planner with invaluable peace of mind, it is also important for the estate...
When do guardianships end in California?
In California, accepting the responsibility of being a guardian is a significant step. Those who decide to move forward with it should be aware that they will be legally obligated to ensure the child is provided for financially, personally and emotionally. The litany...
What should I know about a guardianship of a child’s estate?
Being named a child’s guardian should be taken seriously. For California parents who are considering naming a guardian for a minor child and those who are set to become guardians if necessary, it is imperative to understand what it entails. Being a guardian of the...
In conservatorships, what rights does the conservatee retain?
In California, it is not uncommon for an adult to need to be cared for if he or she cannot care for themselves. This is when a conservatorship can be used to provide that care. The conservator’s duties will include protecting and caring or the conservatee; ensuring...
Conservatorship in California
Conservatorship is a significant legal process in California. It creates a legal relationship and set of duties that one person must exercise in order to provide for the care of another. Unlike a guardianship, which involves the care of a minor, conservatorships exist...
