There are many people who could benefit from guardianship but don’t know how to go about establishing it or aren’t aware it’s even an option. Our Howard County attorneys are here to explain the various processes and requirements and see that the best person possible obtains guardianship over your loved one that needs it. If after meeting with us it becomes clear that guardianship isn’t the best option, we can help you explore alternative options such as advanced medical directives, healthcare proxy, power of attorney, or trusts.

The Basics of Guardianship

A guardian is someone (usually a family member or trusted friend) assigned by the court to make decisions on their loved one’s behalf regarding important matters such as healthcare, finances, and personal affairs. They may collect and subsequently invest an individual’s assets to ensure the person in their care pays their bills, has access to medical treatment, and enjoys a respectable quality of life.

If you think your loved one can benefit from guardianship, you need the assistance of a savvy Howard County attorney with the necessary skills and experience needed to make it happen. Our legal team helps you draft a petition for wardenship, file it, and follow up to ensure the process is advancing properly. After filing a petition, a hearing is held a guardian is truly necessary and determine who is to serve as the guardian. From start to finish, our Howard County legal team is here for you in your quest for justice.

Legal Assistance with Existing Guardianship Appointments

Our guardianship-related services don’t start and end with the establishment of a guardian. If you already have a guardian or are one for someone else, we can lend invaluable legal assistance. We’re here to help. We explain the duties, expectations, and rights of a guardian as well as those of the dependent. If someone in your family is seeking guardianship to over you, we can review the request to ensure you aren’t being taken advantage of, and we can even help you contest the guardianship.