Guardianships & Conservatorships
GuardianshipPhysical and cognitive impairments due to disability or age present challenging issues. Health care decisions, living arrangements and financial management will often fall on family members and loved ones. Unfortunately, estate planning documents such as powers of attorney and health care proxies often do not exist for an impaired person. In those cases, it is sometimes necessary to obtain authority from a court to assist a disabled person with his or her day-to-day decisions. Machado & Carden represents clients seeking guardianships and conservatorships over individuals who can no longer manage their personal or financial affairs. The firm's lawyers navigate clients through the complicated world of guardianship when it is necessary to make the legal and financial decisions for an incapacitated person. The firm offers complete guardianship and conservatorship services?from gathering initial evidence through the final appointment. Machado & Carden was founded in 2001 on the principle that elderly and person with disabilities deserve quality legal representation at every stage of their lives. Contact the guardianship law offices of Machado & Carden to discuss or begin the application process. Third-Party Guardianship and Conservatorship ServicesIn cases where no family member is willing or available to fill this important role, Machado & Carden can provide guardianship and conservatorship services on a temporary or permanent basis. The firm's team consists of an attorney, paralegal, and bookkeeper, along with a social worker as needed. This team of professionals provides comprehensive monitoring of the medical, emotional, legal, and financial needs of the ward. The firm also provides individualized services such as:
If you need help with appointment as guardian or conservator for a family member, contact the firm's offices to schedule a consultation. |