From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “My mother has dementia, and my sister has filed to become her Guardian. My sister is not fit to be a guardian for many reasons. Can you explain to me How To Contest a Guardianship?” How To Contest a Guardianship? First, let’s talk about […]
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From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “My mother’s Alzheimer’s is so bad she doesn’t recognize us at times. I want to become her Guardian. Though she is healthy, she still needs medical care and treatment. If I take on this job, what medical decisions do guardians make?” What is a […]
From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “My dad has Alzheimer’s and can no longer manage his money. Phone callers have scammed him, and he can’t protect himself. He never signed a power of attorney, so now I am told he needs a Guardian. This seems like the right decision, but […]
From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “My mother’s dementia has gotten so bad she no longer knows who we are. Do I need a Guardianship? How do I get a Guardinaship in PA?” What is Guardianship in PA? The law surrounding Guardianships is designed to protect the well-being and rights […]
From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “I have two minor children. It is strange to think about, but if my wife and I die, they will be orphans. What Happens to My Kids If I Drop Dead Tomorrow?” Guardianship. A Guardian is a person with the legal authority and […]
Guardianship in Montgomery County, PA From Our “Ask a Question,” Mailbag: “My son lives in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is an adult who has Down Syndrome, and needs a guardian; how does Guardianship in Montgomery County, PA work?”. How Does Guardianship in Montgomery County, PA Work? Do you have a loved one […]
Guardianship in Philadelphia From Our “Ask a Question,” Mailbag: “My son lives in Philadelphia, is diagnosed with schizophrenia, and needs a guardian; how does Guardianship in Philadelphia work?” How Does Guardianship in Philadelphia Work? Do you have a loved one who cannot make decisions because of a mental condition? Guardianship is […]
From Our “Ask a Question” Mailbag: “Please give me Examples of How to Become a Legal Guardian.” Examples of How to Become a Legal Guardian: Becoming someone’s legal guardian is a serious step. Becoming a guardian means that a judge must determine that the person is incapacitated. The process […]
From Our “Ask a Question” mailbag: How do I petition for guardianship of my brother? “My mother has taken care of my severely autistic little brother his whole life in Philadelphia. She can no longer do so and wants me to take on the responsibility. How do I become my brother’s legally recognized Guardian?”
From our “Ask a Question” mailbag: My sister suffers from mental illness, and is currently so depressed she cannot get out of bed. She is a smart woman and has a house and plenty of savings. Our brother is a parasite, and has filed a petition to have her declared incapacitated so he can be put in charge of her money. I am sure he will steal her money if he is given the chance. What can I do?
The Guardianship process in Pennsylvania gives all interested parties the chance to bring to the court’s attention concerns about the incapacitated person and the security of their assets. You, as an interested person, have the right to retain an attorney who is experienced in Guardianship hearings to bring your concerns to the court’s attention.
