Conservatorships
Is your Special Needs Child about to turn 18?
The Law Office of Melinda McNicholas handles conservatorships for adults with developmental disabilities (also known as limited conservatorships). Having a conservator appointed by the Court for a developmentally disabled adult authorizes the parent or other family member to legally continue to care for and assist the special needs individual. The process involves filing a petition requesting appointment as conservator, along with all other required court documents, and attendance at a hearing (virtual or in-person). Once approved, the court order will be filed and the newly appointed Conservator will receive certified Letters of Conservatorship from the Court.
Is your loved one an incapacitated adult who needs a conservatorship?
The Law Office of Melinda McNicholas handles conservatorships for incapacitated adults (also known as general conservatorship). As we live longer than ever before, there may be a time when an adult can no longer handle his or her financial affairs or daily personal care needs. In these situations, conservatorships may be necessary if the person never got around to signing important estate planning documents, such as a revocable living trust, power of attorney, or an advance health care directive. The process involves filing a petition requesting appointment as conservator, along with all other required court documents, and attendance at a hearing (virtual or in-person). The process may be complicated by resistance from the person that is in need of the conservatorship. If approved, the court order will be filed and the newly appointed Conservator will receive certified Letters of Conservatorship from the Court, which will allow them to legally step in to assist their loved one financially, with their daily living needs, or both.
