Caring for Incapacitated Adults
Guardianships are necessary to care for an incapacitated adult, your adult child or a minor child who needs someone to make legal decisions on his or her behalf. In these situations, a medical or durable power of attorney will not work because the person is either too young or not mentally capable of assigning power of attorney to another party. Getting a guardianship (conservatorship) through the court is the solution.
Our attorneys can assist you with the estate planning, medical and legal decisions you need to make as a guardian
Responsibilities of Guardianships
You can obtain guardianships for incapacitated persons over the age of 18 who cannot make financial, medical or legal decisions. This includes:
- Your mentally incapacitated child who is turning 18
- Elderly relatives who have dementia, Alzheimer's or a mental illness
Once a child turns 18, parents no longer have the ability to make legal decisions for him or her unless they obtain guardianship.
Probate court appoints guardians and reviews the decisions the guardian makes. We can help you present your case for guardianship.
You may become the caretaker of the estate, the person or both. A guardian of the estate is responsible for making financial decisions and maintaining the ward's assets. A guardian of the person is responsible for personal, medical and welfare decisions for the ward.
Contact Us Today
The Law Offices of Coats & Todd can assist you with guardianships. Our lawyers understand the types of guardianships available in Texas. We can help you petition for guardianship of the vulnerable adult in your life. We serve clients in Plano, Richardson and throughout Dallas, Collin and Tarrant Counties. Please call our office at 972-671-9922 to schedule a free consultation.
