Experienced Guardianship And Conservatorship Attorneys

Both guardianships and conservatorships can be useful tools, but they do function in different ways. A guardian will typically be in charge of an individual’s well-being, such as a guardian of an elderly person who helps them make medical decisions or a guardian of a minor who steps into a parental role. With a conservatorship, on the other hand, the person is in charge of financial assets and other such elements relating to the estate.

Here at Wolfe, Rice & Quinn, LLC, we are experienced guardianship attorneys who have been helping with these types of cases for more than 30 years in Gettysburg and across Adams County. Communication is one of the core tenets of our practice, so you know you will get a guardianship lawyer who will help the process go smoothly. We know this can be complex, but we are here to help you explore your options at this critical time. Just call 717-253-9182 today to set up an initial consultation.

Types Of Guardianships And Conservatorships

Both minors and adults can be placed into guardianships or conservatorships. This is typically only done for an adult who has become incapacitated, such as an elderly person who is experiencing cognitive decline, or for a minor who is under 18 and does not have the legal standing to make critical decisions for themselves. 

A guardianship can be general, meaning that the person addresses multiple aspects of the ward’s life, or limited to a specific focus. Some guardianships are temporary, as a person may recover or improve, while others are permanent.

Roles And Responsibilities Of A Guardian Or Conservator

When an estate plan is used to appoint a guardian or conservator, their role is to help the ward in the ways laid out in that document. The guardian of a child may help them enroll in school or see a pediatrician. A guardian or conservator who is working with an elderly individual may help them pay for medical care, pay real estate taxes or address their living situation.

How Wolfe, Rice & Quinn, LLC, Can Help

Our firm can help with every step in this process, from setting up the correct paperwork to appointing a guardian or conservator. We use our experience and deep legal knowledge to help individuals explore all of their options.

Call For A Consultation

To meet with a guardianship attorney at Wolfe, Rice & Quinn, LLC, just dial 717-253-9182 or use the online contact form to set up your initial consultation today.