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   Guard·i·an·ship

   /ˈɡärdēənSHip/

   

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   • 1. the position of protecting or defending something: "guardianship of traditional beliefs and standards"
   • ▪ the position of being legally responsible for the care of someone who is unable to manage their own affairs: "she was granted temporary guardianship of the three children"

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   What is a guardianship & how does it work?

   • Guardianship is the appointment by a court of a person or entity to make personal and/or property decisions for an individual whom the court finds cannot make decisions for themselves. These may be decisions about an individual’s property, personal affairs, or both.

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   What is a legal guardian?

   • A legal guardian is a court-appointed person to make legal, medical treatment, and financial decisions for an adult person (ward) who cannot make their own decisions. A guardianship is a legal relationship. Either family court or probate court approves the relationship. There are several types of legal guardianships. They include:

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   What is a letter of guardianship?

   • Mental, physical, or intellectual disabilities or illnesses are common causes of incapacity. With letters of guardianship, guardians have decision-making powers for the ward's personal needs. As the guardian of the person or minor, the guardian has a fiduciary duty to the ward. Selecting a guardian is an important task.

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   What does a Guardian do?

   • A guardian cares for the personal needs of the ward. Before appointing a guardian, a court will review proof of the ward's incapacity. For example, a court (family or probate) will issue letters of guardianship when a person has a developmental disability. Mental, physical, or intellectual disabilities or illnesses are common causes of incapacity.

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3. www.justice.gov › elderjustice › guardianship-overviewElder Justice Initiative (EJI) | Guardianship Overview

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   Nov 6, 2023 · What are the types of guardianship? A guardian of the person makes personal decisions for the person subject to guardianship, e.g. choosing health care and treatment, deciding where to live, and deciding who visits. A guardian of the property makes financial decisions, such as decisions about money, investments, real estate, debt, and making gifts.

4. law.usnews.com › articles › what-is-guardianshipWhat Is Guardianship? | Explore Law Firms and Legal Advice ...

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   Mar 18, 2024 · Guardianship is a legal process where a court can designate someone to represent the interests of someone else. For example, legal guardianship is an option available to parents who are absent...

5. definitions.uslegal.com › g › guardianshipGuardianship Law and Legal Definition | USLegal, Inc.

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   A guardianship is a legal relationship created when a person or institution named in a will or assigned by the court to take care of minor children or incompetent adults. Sometimes called a conservatorship.

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   Guardianship is the appointment by a court of a person or entity to make personal and/or property decisions for an individual whom the court finds cannot make decisions for themselves. These may be decisions about an individual’s property, personal affairs, or both.

7. www.findlaw.com › family › guardianshipGuardianship Basics - FindLaw

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   Oct 2, 2023 · A guardianship is a legal relationship. Either family court or probate court approves the relationship. There are several types of legal guardianships. They include: Guardianship of Property. Temporary Guardianship. Testamentary Guardianship. Limited Guardianship.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › guardianshipGUARDIANSHIP definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

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   GUARDIANSHIP meaning: 1. the state or duty of being a guardian 2. the state or duty of being a guardian. Learn more.

9. www.legalzoom.com › the-basics-of-guardianshipThe basics of guardianship | LegalZoom

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   Jan 31, 2023 · Guardianship gives a person the legal right to care for and make decisions for another person, usually of a minor or an adult who is unable to make decisions for themselves, such as an elderly or disabled person. In addition to managing the care for this individual, known as a ward, a guardian also manages their finances.