{"id":1226,"date":"2019-11-28T06:55:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-28T12:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/?p=1226"},"modified":"2019-11-28T06:55:00","modified_gmt":"2019-11-28T12:55:00","slug":"how-an-adult-guardianship-lawyer-can-help-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/how-an-adult-guardianship-lawyer-can-help-you\/","title":{"rendered":"How an Adult Guardianship Lawyer Can Help You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When a person is incapacitated, a family member or trusted friend may need to <a href=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/all-about-guardianships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">take over as a guardian<\/a> to make important financial and medical decisions for that person. If you\u2019d like to be a guardian for your loved one or contest the appointment of one, you may need the professional guidance of an adult guardianship lawyer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">From preparing the necessary paperwork to helping you navigate the appointment process, an <a href=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/guardianship-and-conservatorship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">experienced adult guardianship attorney <\/a>can help put your mind at ease as you go through this legal endeavor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Guardianship Defined<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/law.justia.com\/codes\/arizona\/2005\/title14\/05101.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arizona Revised Statutes<\/a> classify an incapacitated person as someone who can\u2019t make important life decisions because of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mental illness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Physical disability<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dependency on illegal substances such as drugs, alcohol, etc.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The role of a guardian is an extremely vital one. Essentially, a guardian assumes a somewhat parental part in the life of the incapacitated individual \u2013 ensuring that the health welfare and overall well-being of the incapacitated are secure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/media\/Paula-Z.-300x182.png\" alt=\"Doug Newborn review\" width=\"300\" height=\"182\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1105 size-medium\" \/><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A guardian also has the legal authorization to make all the critical decisions concerning the following: medical care and treatment, housing, lifestyle, recreation, and education if it applies to the situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When Is an Adult Guardianship Lawyer Needed?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When an adult loved one or family member is not able to care for themselves anymore, the court may need to appoint an adult guardian. Whether it\u2019s due to a physical or mental disability that renders a person incapacitated, the legal guardian will need to make vital decisions for that incapacitated person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you are seeking to be the legal guardian of your loved one, or if you must object to another person attempting to be the guardian of your loved one, you need an adult guardianship lawyer\u2019s guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/media\/adult-guardianship-attorney.jpg-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"When do you need an adult guardianship lawyer?\" width=\"451\" height=\"251\" class=\" wp-image-1224 alignleft\" \/><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In Arizona, one must file a petition in a probate court to be the legal guardian of an adult. He or she must also notify the incapacitated person\u2019s conservators, adult children, or current guardians.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If there is any dispute about who should attain guardianship, if the current guardian did some questionable actions, or if the situation necessitates guardianship at all, an adult guardianship lawyer can help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The other guardianship issues an adult guardianship lawyer can help resolve are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Family members of the incapacitated person refusing to appoint a guardian.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Family members of the incapacitated person disputing another person\u2019s appointment as a guardian.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A person refusing to accept appointment as a guardian.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Appointing a Guardian<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Those with comprehensive and elaborate estate plans will be wise to appoint a guardian should they be incapacitated. This can be achieved with the help of an experienced adult guardianship lawyer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They can also outline their guardianship stipulations by creating a traditional or living will or through a power of attorney. If these official legal documents exist, the court will heed your wishes and officially appoint your guardian.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/media\/power-of-attorney.jpg-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"An adult guardian can be appointed with a power of attorney.\" width=\"465\" height=\"259\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-1223\" \/><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, the person appointed as guardian must be willing and able to perform guardianship responsibilities. The court must also be assured that the named guardian has the best interests of the incapacitated person at heart.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the other hand, if the incapacitated person failed to appoint a guardian and they are now unable to do so, the appointment responsibility falls on the court.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The court takes into consideration the need for fiduciary representation with the capability of the considered guardian to assume the role. The court must also ensure that the person they are considering as guardian is trustworthy and reliable to support the incapacitated individual.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Because the incapacitated person loses a vital level of freedom and will need to be taken care of by a guardian, the decision to appoint one is carefully administered by the state\u2019s family courts. An incapacitated person cannot:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Obtain a credit card<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Drive\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apply for a loan<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Buy real estate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Navigate Arizona Guardianship Laws\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Whether the guardianship appointment was made through estate planning or court-appointed, the guardianship process can get somewhat overwhelming. An adult guardianship lawyer experienced in navigating Arizona guardianship laws can help you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dougnewbornlawfirm.com\/media\/Anna-C.-300x176.png\" alt=\"Doug newborn review - ana cruz\" width=\"300\" height=\"176\" class=\"wp-image-1108 size-medium alignleft\" \/><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Take Charge<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The only person who knows what\u2019s best for you is no one else but you. Take charge of your life now. Appoint a trusted loved one as your guardian to carry out your estate plan if something ever happens to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Consult with an estate planning attorney to help you get started on the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From preparing the necessary paperwork to helping you navigate the appointment process, an adult guardianship attorney can help put your mind at ease as you go through this legal endeavor.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":1225,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[66],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1226"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1226"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1226\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1226"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1226"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.new.lawofficeresponse.com\/dougnewbornlawfirm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1226"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}