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People sometimes become incapacitated due to age, illness or injury. In those cases, it may be necessary for a family member, friend or independent party to be appointed as a guardian or conservator in order to have the legal authority to care for the incapacitated person.
The lawyers at Hansen Dordell can explain the legal process, handle the necessary court proceedings to obtain appointment and then advise the person appointed regarding the ongoing powers and responsibilities of being a guardian or conservator.
Guardianship and Conservatorship
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