When you have a loved one who is unable to properly care or make decisions for themselves, it can be a difficult time for you and your family. You may be unsure of what steps you should take to protect them and help them regain their dignity. A guardianship and/or conservatorship can be an excellent tool to help a family like yours, but it isn’t right for everyone.
Obtaining a guardianship and/or conservatorship is done through a court process, which can be complicated, and you may not be sure what to expect. Courts do not casually or carelessly take away someone’s right to make their own decisions, nor who they appoint to make those decisions for them. With help from a dedicated guardianship and conservatorship lawyer at Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd., you can get assistance deciding whether this drastic step is necessary and, if so, get assistance taking the necessary actions to protect your loved one.
Why Colorado Estate Matters?
During this challenging time in your life, you need a strong legal advocate by your side who can guide you through the process and ensure you have a clear understanding of what to expect. Here is why Colorado Estate Matters is the right firm for you:
We offer the ability to schedule virtual appointments upon request
Our line of communication is prompt and reliable
Your initial consultation is always free
We take a client-led approach to our cases
Our staff genuinely wants what’s best for our clients and their families
What is the Difference Between Guardianship and Conservatorship?
When you have a relative or family member who is unable to make decisions for themselves, whether that be medical decisions, financial decisions, or even day-to-day decisions, because of a mental incapacity or medical condition, you may need to obtain a guardianship or conservatorship from the court to be able to make these decisions for them.
Through a guardianship, a guardian becomes responsible for all major life decisions including decisions about the protected person’s health care, where they will live, and more. Through a conservatorship, a conservator becomes responsible for all financial decisions and for appropriately caring for the protected person’s assets.
How to Get a Guardianship or Conservatorship in Denver
As stated previously, a guardianship or conservatorship in the state of Colorado is obtained through a court process. You will need to be prepared to prove to the court that the incapacitated person in question is, in fact, unable to make their own medical and/or financial decisions.
Some of the different types of evidence that might be used to support your case include medical records, statements from physicians, photographs, videos, witness affidavits, expert testimony, financial records, and any other supporting documentation of the incapacitated person’s condition.
You will also need to be prepared to prove to the court that the person being nominated as the guardian and/or conservator is the appropriate person for that position and can adequately care for the protected person. This includes, but is not limited to, providing the court with background check(s) and credit report(s).
All of this evidence will be presented during a hearing where a judge or magistrate will determine whether to grant your request.
Get Help From a Denver Guardianship and Conservatorship Attorney
If you believe that obtaining a guardianship or conservatorship may be in your loved one’s best interests, reach out to a reputable guardianship and conservatorship attorney at Colorado Estate Matters, Ltd. for help. We can help with any issue you may face regarding guardianships and conservatorships, as well as, any involving probate, living trusts, or estate planning.
When you are ready to get started on your case, contact our office for a no-risk consultation. You can complete our online contact form or call us at (303) 713-9147 to schedule today.
