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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 that there are proper meals, healthcare and the basics of daily life; and…
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 for the benefit of adults who cannot take care of themselves. No part of this post should…
A common misconception concerning estate planning is that it is an exercise that only makes sense for older and financially established individuals. A young married couple just embarking on careers might understandably have that view, thinking that executing a will and other planning documents is both untimely and unnecessary. After all, they have little in the way of assets to…
Conservatorships don’t often make the news. But that’s because most of them help families care for adults with disabilities or dementia—those who can’t care for themselves. Most conservatorships don’t involve young, iconic pop stars. Britney Spears and her father recently brought conservatorships into the spotlight. The singer checked into a mental health clinic. Her father stepped aside from some of…
Godparents and guardians can both play a significant role in a child’s upbringing. However, some may not know there are some differences between the two. While godparents and guardians can be role models throughout a child’s life, only one can provide legal protection and security if something happens to the parents. Godparents vs. guardians: what’s the difference? If someone is…
People often ask us, “What is the difference between a guardianship and a conservatorship in California?” In many ways, the two accomplish the same goal. Both are a process where the courts give someone legal authority to manage another person’s affairs. However, the duties and responsibilities involved vary between the two, as does the age of the person the court…