Guardianship is necessary when a person can no longer make sound decisions regarding themselves, their property or has become susceptible to undue influence and fraud.
When an adult individual can no longer make sound decisions for their physical and personal needs, or if the individual is a minor, a guardian of the person may be established so the person appointed as Guardian may make these decisions on behalf of the incapacitated person’s best interest. When an adult individual can no longer make sound decisions regarding their assets, or the individual is a minor, a guardian of the estate may be established. When an adult individual or minor can no longer make sound decisions to care for themselves nor make sound decisions to care for their assets, a guardian of the person and the estate may be established. In such cases not only is the guardian is legally responsible for the health, safety, and management of the incapacitated person, but they are responsible for that person’s assets as well.
Typically, establishing a Guardianship is a means of last resort as doing so revokes considerable rights from the incapacitated person. Our staff has both the experience and knowledge to help you understand the process of establishing a Guardianship, provide insight as to what the guardian’s rights and responsibilities are under Indiana law, and assist in establishing the guardianship through the Probate Court.
We know each situation is different, and our skilled team will work diligently to meet your goals each step of the way. Schedule a consultation if you have any questions and want to protect a family member's health and assets.
Camdon Park off Hickory Road
1001 N. Hickory Rd., Ste 7B
South Bend, Indiana 46615-3700
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