Gulfport Guardianship Attorney
Strong Legal Advocacy for the Guardianship Needs of Our Clients
A guardianship is needed for two different types of situations: when a
minor's parents become unwilling or unable to watch over them, or
when an adult becomes legally incompetent. When either one of these types
of situations arise, a guardian is then appointed by the court to take
care of the individual. The guardian becomes responsible for watching
over the person, their estate, or both. If your loved one is in need of
a guardian, if you have been appointed as a guardian, or if you wish to
learn more about creating a guardianship for your child, do not hesitate
to speak with an
estate planning lawyer from PMTK immediately.
Guardianship for a Minor Child
A guardian steps in to take care of a minor and/or their estate when their parents are unwilling or unable
to do so themselves. The guardian takes on the responsibilities of the
parent. As the parent of a minor child, you can establish a guardianship
within your
will. This document allows you to appoint a trusted individual to step in if
you become unable to take care of your child. By creating a guardianship,
you can feel safe knowing that if something were to happen to you, the
trusted individual of your choosing would step in. The court would then
appoint the guardian incorporated within your will instead of someone
of their choice.
Guardianship for a Legally Incompetent Adult
Legally incompetent adults are defined as those who cannot make appropriate decisions
for themselves. Drug addicts, alcoholics, persons of unsound mind, or
any incompetent individual may fall under this category. A guardian is
then appointed by the court and becomes responsible for making important
decisions for the incompetent adult and oftentimes for their estate. If a
durable power of attorney is established by the individual before they become incompetent, however,
the individual is able to incorporate their unique requests into the legal
document and essentially stay in control of their fate.
Discuss your guardianship concerns with a probate attorney in Harrison
County, MS!
Guardianships are legal relationships that are created between a guardian
and a person who is unable to make important decisions on their behalf.
Whether the guardian is appointed to take care of the person (determine
their living conditions, make sure they are cared for, etc.) and/or their
estate (manage their finances, make necessary payments, etc.), it is important
for a guardian to fully understand the responsibilities involved. Learn
more about your options and discuss your case with an experienced Harrison
County probate attorney from our firm. Do not hesitate to
call PMTK and get started today!