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How to Start Guardianship for an Adult in Colorado: A Step-by-Step Legal Guide

February 26, 2026 Posted In Guardianships & Conservatorships

Navigate adult guardianship in Colorado with confidence. Our expert insights help you understand the process, ensuring you support your loved ones effectively.

Adult Conservatorship in Colorado: When It’s Needed and How It Works

February 26, 2026 Posted In Elder Law,Guardianships & Conservatorships

Gain clarity on adult conservatorship in Colorado. This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the process with confidence and compassion for your loved ones.

Estate Planning Tools for Your Baby’s College

November 21, 2017 Posted In Estate Planning,Estate Taxes,Guardianships & Conservatorships,Powers of Attorney,Trusts

Remember when your baby was just an infant and you thought he/or she would break like dropped china or porcelain? And then you saw them run right into a glass door and bounce off like a rubber ball and bounce back for more. It was probably back then that you first gave some forethought into…

Guardianships and Conservatorships: FAQs (Pt. 2)

January 15, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Guardianships & Conservatorships

Picking up from where Guardianships and Conservatorships: FAQs (Pt. 1) left off we will answer some more commonly asked questions about guardianships and conservatorships. More Answers about Guardianships and Conservatorships Q – Are there different types of guardianships and conservatorships? There are different types of guardianships and conservatorships that can be pursued. Check out these…

Veterans Benefits Can Help with Long Term Care Costs

January 15, 2014 Posted In Elder Law

Many veterans are eligible for VA pensions to help pay for assisted living, nursing homes, and home care. There are different levels of pensions but Aid and Attendance and Housebound cover long-term care. However, many do not understand what is available and how to apply. The facility does not have to be a VA facility…

How to help aging parents financially

August 28, 2013 Posted In Elder Law,Estate Planning

Navigating financial discussions with your aging parents doesn’t have to be daunting. At Colorado Estate Matters, we’re here to guide you through these sensitive conversations with compassion and expertise. Let’s make this journey smoother for you and your family. Call (303) 713-9147 to schedule a free consultation with a Denver elder law attorney and discover…

Relative, Conservator Battle Over Colorado Man’s Estate

October 3, 2012 Posted In Estate Planning,Firm News,Guardianships & Conservatorships,Powers of Attorney

We often discuss the importance of estate planning. While most people do not like to think about their own death, none of us is immortal. But estate planning is not just about what happens after you die. If you become incapacitated in some way and care not able to make decisions for yourself, you may…

Colorado Trustee Admits to Mishandling Elderly Client’s Accounts

July 11, 2012 Posted In Elder Law,Estate Planning,Firm News,Guardianships & Conservatorships,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration,Trust & Will Contests,Trust Administration,Trust Disputes

Choosing a professional to help manage your assets is not a decision that should be made lightly. Whether you are looking for a trustee, a conservator or a power of attorney, you want to make sure that the person who makes financial decisions on your behalf is trustworthy. As we get much older, this task…