How to Become a Legal Guardian in California

Imagine receiving a late-night call about your sister’s car accident, leaving her children without immediate care. Or perhaps you’ve been caring for your nephew informally, but now need legal authority to make decisions about his education. These scenarios...

A Closer Look: Conservatorship vs Guardianship

If you are a caregiver to an older person or someone with disabilities, you might have heard of guardianship and conservatorship. These are legal mechanisms put in place to protect those who cannot make decisions for themselves, whether temporarily or permanently....

What is Temporary Guardianship?

Sometimes parents are either unable—or unwilling—to care for their child. In these situations, it might be necessary for the court to appoint another adult to carry out their responsibilities. This adult/child relationship is referred to as a “guardianship.” If the...