Southeast Michigan Guardianships and Conservatorships
Whether because of illness or age, many people are unable to care for themselves, their property or their financial status. It may be necessary or advisable in these cases to seek a guardianship or conservatorship over the individual or the individual's assets to provide necessary care and support.
These cases can become complex, particularly in situations where there is a dispute over the need for the guardianship or conservatorship, and the counsel of an experienced lawyer can be crucial. At Hails Law, PLLC, I have been practicing law throughout Southeast Michigan for over 15 years, and I have established a strong reputation for providing reliable, client-focused legal service as a family law and probate lawyer.
Helping Individuals Who Cannot Help Themselves
Guardianships and conservatorships are legal tools that allow individuals to oversee, manage and guard the lives and property of those who are incapable of doing so themselves. In a contested matter, the key question often becomes one of proving that the individual is legally incapacitated or proving who is better able to serve as guardian or conservator.
From my office in Southfield, I represent individuals on both sides of these complex issues. Whether you are seeking to protect the life and property of a loved one incapable of managing his or her own affairs, or you are fighting for your right to independence, I will fully review your case and provide experienced counsel.
I represent and counsel clients regarding:
- Guardianships — These cases often involve minors, though they can center on the elderly as well as the physically or mentally challenged. A guardianship gives an individual — the guardian — the right to make day-to-day decisions regarding a person's care, custody and control.
- Conservatorship — A conservator takes over the role of handling another individual's property and finances. This can give a family member the legal opportunity to protect a loved one from financial mismanagement or predatory action.
Experienced and Reliable Legal Advice
Whether you are seeking to provide legal protections for a loved one or are trying to protect your own independence, put an attorney on your side who can build your case based on experience and proven success. I will take the time to make sure your rights and needs are fully addressed in and out of the courtroom.
Contact my office today to find out how I can help.
