Guardianship
Reliable Hot Springs Lawyer Assists With Guardianships
Selecting and managing the guardianship of an adult family member or minor child is highly complex and involves many different considerations. At The Ray Firm in Hot Springs, Arkansas, we represent clients throughout Garland County in a variety of guardianship issues and advise them on the best course of action to address their situation.
Dedicated Arkansas attorney helps clients establish guardianships for minors and disabled adults
We understand how sensitive these matters are and will use our knowledge of the guardianship system to help you make sound decisions. Whether you need to designate a guardian for a minor child, an elderly or disabled adult family member, we will explain the applicable laws and how to get your loved one the help they need.
Thorough advocate arranges guardianships for incapacitated adults
The effects of disability, age or illness can make it impossible for a person to manage his/her affairs on their own. Addressing this situation, and offering the support the incapacitated adult needs, often requires setting up a guardianship. Arkansas has two types of guardianships for adults:
- Guardianship of the person — The guardian is authorized to make decisions about day-to-day issues, such as living arrangements and personal care, as well as medical treatment
- Guardianship of the estate — The guardian can make decisions about finances
A guardianship can be temporary or permanent, and the scope depends upon the needs of the person for whom it is sought — known as the ward. In order to establish a guardianship, a court must rule that the person is mentally incompetent, or so impaired that they are incapable of making or communicating decisions related to health, personal care and/or finances. We understand the stakes for your loved one and will work to establish the proper arrangements to protect him or her.
Responsive counselor helps with the designation of a child guardian
Unfortunately, parents are not always able or willing to care for their children, whether due to illness, mental or physical disability, substance abuse or addiction, incarceration, abandonment or death. In these circumstances, guardianship powers may be granted to a qualified adult, who is then authorized to make major decisions on the child’s behalf and manage their ward’s finances. One person may be given both responsibilities or they may be divided and handled by two separate guardians. The guardianship process generally requires a court hearing and other legal procedures, and a knowledgeable attorney can help you reach a satisfactory resolution. We have experience with setting up successful guardianships and will diligently represent your interests.
Contact a capable Arkansas law firm to schedule a consultation
At The Ray Firm, we represent clients throughout Garland County, Arkansas in guardianship matters. Please call 501-229-8401 or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Hot Springs office.
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