GUARDIANSHIP

Guardianship: Protecting the Well-being of Loved Ones

Guardianship is a legal process in which a court appoints an individual, known as a guardian, to manage the personal and/or financial affairs of someone who is unable to make decisions for themselves. This could be due to age, disability, or incapacity. Guardianship ensures that vulnerable individuals—whether minors, elderly parents, or those with special needs—are cared for and their interests are protected.

In many cases, guardianships are established for elderly individuals suffering from health conditions that prevent them from making sound decisions. A guardian might be responsible for managing healthcare decisions, living arrangements, and financial affairs. For minors, guardianship is typically used when a minor is in receipt of a property interest.  This property interest could be from an inheritance or settlement.

There are different types of guardianship, including limited guardianship, where the guardian’s powers are restricted to specific decisions, and plenary guardianship, where the guardian has complete control over the individual’s affairs. The court carefully supervises guardianships so the appointed guardian acts in the best interests of the person under their care.

The guardianship process can be complex.  To learn more about guardianship and how to protect your loved ones, contact the offices of Jason Warshofsky at 305-446-1244 or email Michael at Mike@WarshofskyLaw.com.