You have just been appointed as a fiduciary on behalf of a person and/or estate. Should you accept the appointment of fiduciary, you will need to let the probate court know. The proper way to inform the probate court is by filing the Acceptance of Appointment form. By filling out this form, you will be [...]
You are about to become a guardian of an adult. As a guardian of an adult, there are numerous responsibilities delegated to you which must be carried out. Of course, you wouldn't know these responsibilities if you were just thrusted into the role. That's why there's a guideline provided for individuals becoming a guardian. This [...]
You are about to become a guardian of a minor. As a guardian of a minor, there are numerous responsibilities delegated to you which must be carried out. Of course, you wouldn't know these responsibilities if you were just thrusted into the role. That's why there's a guideline provided for individuals becoming a guardian. This [...]
What you Need to Know Before Filing a Petition to Appoint Conservator. You are about to file a petition for the appointment of a conservator. Of course, doing this with no background or training in probate law might be a bit daunting. Figuring out the roles and responsibilities, the process in which one undergoes to [...]
A petition has been filed to remove an individual as a guardian of a ward. The reason of course depends on the case. For example, it could be that the guardian is no longer needed, or it could be that the guardian has not been able to uphold his or her responsibilities, which should always [...]
A petition has been filed for the appointment of a Guardian ad Litem. After the hearing, the probate court will return with an order. This is known as the Order Appointing Guardian ad Litem. SCAO Form - Guardian ad Litem The Order Appointing Guardian ad Litem is a State Court Administrative Office form. This form [...]
A petition has been filed for the appointment of a mental health professional or physician in the case of a ward who is part of a conservatorship or guardianship. For individuals who are being looked over for their well-being, it’s likely this is for a guardianship, whereas more financial and legal oversight and management of [...]
When there is a trust that exists and there is a need or requirement to register it with the probate court, someone will need to file the Registration of Trust. By filling out the Registration of Trust and filing it with the probate court, the trust that is registered will be given jurisdiction. The Registration [...]
When a Petition for Conservator has been filed with the probate court (between the date of the petition and the hearing date), notice is given to the person being sought conservatorship over. The Notice on Petition for Conservator or Protective Order gives that individual the list of rights they have and what is going on. [...]
A petition or motion to close a minor guardianship has been filed. Upon the filing and hearing of a petition that requests the termination of a guardianship for a minor, the court will adjudicate and give its order. The Order Following Hearing to Terminate Minor Guardianship is a state court administrative office form. If you [...]
