Guardianships
Protect the Well-Being of Your Loved Ones With Our Guardianship Services
Our firm handles both Mental Hygiene Law Article 81 Guardianship Proceedings and 17-A Surrogate’s Court Guardianship proceedings. If you have a loved one that is unable to make decisions for themselves, whether it be medical or financial decisions, guardianship may be the most appropriate route. A guardianship could be for a young child with an intellectual or developmental disability. A guardianship could be for an older individual that lacks capacity due to infirmity or cognitive impairment. Rochelle L. Verron has vast experience working on complicated contested guardianship proceedings that involve undue influence, coercion, duress, manipulation, financial abuse, caretaker abuse, and financial, physical, or verbal abuse that stems from any type of confidential relationship.
Guardianship can also be warranted when a fiduciary under the Power of Attorney or a Health Care Proxy is not acting within the principal’s best interest and/or has breached their fiduciary duty. In these types of compelling cases, the fiduciary needs to be removed and a guardian needs to be appointed to protect the financial and personal rights of the individual. The firm has dealt with cases that involve scammers trying to take advantage of an elderly person’s finances, which can involve the need for a guardian. All of these types of guardianship cases are prevalent and require the utmost competent representation.
Here for You When Guardianship Becomes Necessary
In the most difficult times, we're here to protect your loved ones and guide you through the guardianship process with care.
Here’s How We Can Help You
Guardianship decisions are deeply personal and often emotional. Our experienced team is here to provide reliable support every step of the way, offering clear guidance and compassionate service.
- Guardianship Appointment Assistance: We guide you through the process of appointing a guardian to protect your loved one’s personal and financial well-being.
- Contested Guardianship Representation: In disputes over guardianship, we provide strong legal representation to ensure the best outcome for your family.
- Uncontested Guardianship Support: For cases without conflict, we streamline the legal process, making it as smooth and stress-free as possible.
- Ongoing Guardian Advice and Support: Once guardianship is established, we offer ongoing legal guidance to help guardians manage their responsibilities effectively.
Why Are We Your Best Choice?
Here’s why we stand out.
- Dedicated Client Partnership: We work closely with you, ensuring you feel supported and understood throughout the process, whether it’s contested or uncontested.
- Focus on Safety and Well-Being: Our primary goal is to safeguard your loved one’s physical and financial interests, providing peace of mind during a challenging time.
- Expertise You Can Trust: With our extensive knowledge and experience, we navigate the complexities of guardianship law to secure the best outcomes for your family.
- Understanding the Sensitive Nature: We recognize that guardianship proceedings are deeply personal, and we handle each case with the utmost sensitivity and respect.
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