Guardianship Plan

When someone you love can’t manage anymore.

A stroke, dementia, an accident, or an adult child with a disability turning 18. When someone can no longer manage and has not signed powers of attorney, a court must give someone legal authority to act. We guide you through guardianship, conservatorship, or, in Louisiana, interdiction.

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The short answer

First we check what your loved one already signed. A valid power of attorney may be enough. If not, a guardian (for personal and medical decisions) or a conservator (for money and property) is appointed by the court.

Do this first

✓Look for any power of attorney, will, or trust already signed

✓Get a note from the doctor about their condition

✓List the bills, accounts, and property that need attention now

What happens without a plan

What happens when no one has authority

Bills and accounts

Without a plan

Banks will not let family pay bills or move money, even to pay for care.

With the Guardianship Plan

A conservator can manage accounts and property under court supervision.

Medical and living decisions

Without a plan

Doctors and facilities may not accept a family member’s decisions without legal authority.

With the Guardianship Plan

A guardian can consent to treatment, sign admissions, and decide where your loved one lives.

Selling or managing property

Without a plan

A home cannot be sold, leased, or insured properly without someone who has authority.

With the Guardianship Plan

With court approval, the conservator can sell or manage the property.

What the plan includes

How we get you the authority you need

Document review

We review what your loved one already signed and tell you whether court is needed.

Emergency orders

When there is urgent need, we ask the court for temporary authority right away.

Guardianship

Authority over personal, medical, and living decisions.

Conservatorship

Authority over money and property, with a bond and court oversight.

Louisiana interdiction

Louisiana’s version of the process, from petition to judgment and appointment of a curator.

Annual reports and accountings

We prepare the reports and accountings the court requires each year.

Questions

Common questions

Every family is different. A 15-minute call with a licensed attorney answers the rest.

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What is the difference between a guardian and a conservator?

A guardian makes personal and medical decisions. A conservator manages money and property. Some people need both, and one person can serve in both roles.

Do we need court if there is a power of attorney?

Often not. A valid, durable power of attorney usually gives the agent the authority needed. We will review it.

My child with a disability is turning 18. Do I need a guardianship?

At 18 your child is a legal adult. If your child cannot make decisions, guardianship or less restrictive options like a supported decision-making agreement may be needed. We will explain the choices.

How long does it take?

It depends on the court and whether anyone objects. Uncontested matters are a flat fee; contested matters carry additional fees.

Get the authority to help the person you love.

In 15 minutes, a licensed attorney will tell you what your family needs and quote the flat fee in writing.

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