How much will my guardianship case cost?
At the initial consult we will explain the costs that the court will charge. We will also explain our hourly fee and anticipated fees for the case.
Can I hire you to work only as needed?
Yes. Depending on the facts and issues involved in your situation, we may be able to provide you with legal assistance in one of the following three ways: Full Representation: The law firm provides full representation in your case. We will prepare and file any documents with the Court and will appear in Court
When is guardianship of a minor needed?
A child may need a guardian because the parent is not available or not capable of caring for the child. The ward and guardian do not need to be related. Guardianships are often by consent. For example, a parent may agree to their child living with another family so that the child can continue to
When is guardianship of an adult needed?
An adult (potential ward) may need a guardian when the adult is not capable of taking care of his or her own personal care, finances, medical decisions, and other adult needs. The person who wants to serve as guardian can file when the ward is 17 ½ years old or older. The guardian has to
What is a guardianship?
A guardianship is a legal process to appoint a guardian for an adult or child, known as a ward, that needs a caretaker. The guardian must be a responsible adult who agrees to be appointed. The guardian will have to sign statements that they understand their responsibilities and fingerprint clearance is required for some guardians.
What is a conservatorship?
A conservatorship is a legal process where a conservator is put in charge of someone’s finances when that person is not able to manage it on their own. A conservatorship is often required and established when a minor is awarded money in a personal injury case. The award of money is placed in a special
How much will my case settle for?
Our experience allows us to give an opinion on the value of a case after we thoroughly research it. In a personal injury case, the value of the property damage, the cost of medical care, extent of injuries, and other factors will be considered. In a divorce, the law requires an equitable division of community
How is a case settled?
Settlement is reached through a number of methods. Depending on the type of case, we may use a court service such as Alternative Dispute Resolution or private mediation. The settlement terms must be approved by you. We will discuss your settlement options at the initial consultation. If settlement is not appropriate, we will aggressively pursue
How long will my case take?
Lawsuit resolution varies in time from case to case. If the parties involved are willing to negotiate a settlement, the case can be resolved in less than a year. If a settlement cannot be reached, your case could go to trial
Will I need to file a lawsuit?
For civil cases: You may, but we will not be able to answer the question until we have the opportunity to discuss the specific facts of your case with you. After doing so, we can identify the options which exist to attempt to resolve the issue. We can also explain which options seem to be
